SEMH Support Assistant: Nurture and Thrive in School

Milk Education; Guildford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay rates

Flexible days and hours

CPD via Milk Academy

PSHE resources and wellbeing content

Consultant support 24/7

Exclusive school partnerships

Job summary

Milk Education in Guildford is seeking a caring SEMH Support Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school from September. You will provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, building trusting relationships to support wellbeing and development.

The role focuses on emotional regulation, resilience, and helping students access learning. You will work with teachers and pastoral teams to deliver personalised support in a structured, safe environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH, SEND, ASD, ADHD or challenging behaviour is beneficial.
• Patient, empathetic and able to adapt to individual needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to making a difference.
• Graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships to support wellbeing and development.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Assist learning activities and engage with the curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral teams to deliver personalised support.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to encourage engagement.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and activities.
• Help create a safe, structured learning environment.
• Encourage social skills, resilience and self-esteem.

Skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Communication

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Job description

Milk Education in Guildford is seeking a caring SEMH Support Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school from September. You will provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, building trusting relationships to support wellbeing and development.

The role focuses on emotional regulation, resilience, and helping students access learning. You will work with teachers and pastoral teams to deliver personalised support in a structured, safe environment.