SEMH Support Assistant - Peterborough

Justteachers Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Peterborough is seeking a committed full-time SEMH Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs, supporting behaviour management, emotional regulation and personal development.

You will work with staff to deliver structured activities, build positive relationships, and help pupils engage with learning in a calm, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with pupils.
• Confidence in managing and de‑escalating challenging behaviour.
• Proactive and adaptable attitude.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support the implementation of behaviour management strategies and individual plans.
• Assist pupils in developing emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver structured and engaging learning activities.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to support pupil engagement and wellbeing.
• Support pupils during challenging situations, maintaining a calm and consistent approach.
• Encourage the development of social skills, independence, and resilience.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing.

Skills

SEMH experience

Calm demeanor

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour de-escalation

Proactive attitude

DBS Update Service

Job description

About the role:

justteachers are seeking a committed full-time SEMH Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Peterborough that supports pupils with SEMH needs, alongside associated learning difficulties such as autism. This full-time role with a September start involves working within a structured and supportive environment where there is a strong emphasis on behaviour support, routine, and therapeutic approaches to learning. The setting provides tailored education to pupils who benefit from smaller class sizes, consistent support, and a focus on emotional regulation and personal development. You will play a key role in helping pupils engage with education, manage behaviour positively, and build the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Support the implementation of behaviour management strategies and individual plans
• Assist pupils in developing emotional regulation and coping strategies
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver structured and engaging learning activities
• Build strong, trusting relationships to support pupil engagement and wellbeing
• Support pupils during challenging situations, maintaining a calm and consistent approach
• Encourage the development of social skills, independence, and resilience
• Monitor and report on pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing

Pre-requisites:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with pupils
• Confidence in managing and de‑escalating challenging behaviour
• A proactive and adaptable attitude
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)