SEMH Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers Ltd; Beccles; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Well-being support via pay portal

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role with an immediate start in a specialist educational setting that supports pupils with SEMH needs.

You will assist with social and emotional development, build positive relationships, help pupils engage with learning, and collaborate with teachers and specialists to deliver targeted interventions and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is desirable
• SEND or behaviour support experience advantageous
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain positive and consistent in challenging situations
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Help pupils engage positively with learning and classroom routines
• Support behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff
• Deliver interventions and targeted support where required
• Promote resilience, confidence, and independence
• Contribute to creating a safe and supportive learning environment

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Safeguarding & welfare

SEMH experience

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity Immediate Start Available

Here is a specialist educational setting that provides tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs. The provision is committed to creating a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment where every pupil is given the opportunity to thrive.

The setting benefits from an experienced multidisciplinary team and a strong focus on supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing, personal development, and educational progress.

Duties as SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Help pupils engage positively with learning and classroom routines
• Support behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff
• Deliver interventions and targeted support where required
• Promote resilience, confidence, and independence
• Contribute to creating a safe and supportive learning environment

Ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is desirable
• Previous SEND or behaviour support experience is advantageous
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain positive and consistent in challenging situations
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What is Step On?

Step On is an evidence-based training programme developed by Norfolk County Council, supporting schools for over 15 years. It helps educators and support staff create calm, inclusive, and consistent learning environments where every child can thrive.

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal