SEMH Support Assistant - 1:1 Care & Growth (Term-Time)

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Swindon is seeking a Social and Emotional Support Assistant to provide care for students facing significant social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role involves offering 1:1 support, promoting emotional safety, and helping students build essential skills in a nurturing environment. Candidates should be empathetic and patient, with relevant experience or degrees in Psychology or Criminology. Pay ranges from £85-£95 per day.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Experience supporting in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and holistic support tailored to students with SEMH and learning needs.
• Supporting students with self-expression and emotional regulation.
• Building consistent, trusting relationships with students.
• Identifying pupils who are emotionally dysregulated and offering support.
• Helping build academic, emotional, and social skills.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Understanding of emotional and behavioral needs

Self-regulation support

Education

Degree in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

A specialist school in Swindon is seeking a Social and Emotional Support Assistant to provide care for students facing significant social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role involves offering 1:1 support, promoting emotional safety, and helping students build essential skills in a nurturing environment. Candidates should be empathetic and patient, with relevant experience or degrees in Psychology or Criminology. Pay ranges from £85-£95 per day.