SEMH Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD access

Dedicated consultant

Long-term roles

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEMH Behaviour Teaching Assistant to work in Wolverhampton schools. You will support students with SEMH, both in and out of the classroom, and help maintain a calm, structured learning environment.

You will implement behaviour management strategies, work 1:1 or in small groups to re-engage pupils, and build trusting professional relationships that promote positive behaviour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH settings in schools or youth work.
• Strong communication and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and apply positive behaviour strategies.
• Commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH, both in and out of the classroom.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Work 1:1 or with small groups to help pupils re-engage with learning.
• Build trusting, professional relationships that promote positive behaviour.
• Assist teachers in creating a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to behaviour plans and pastoral support programmes.
• Access to a Vehicle

Skills

SEMH experience

Resilience & EI

Communication skills

De-escalation techniques

Teamwork

Job description

Main Description DetailsAre you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the resilience, empathy and confidence to support students who need a calm, consistent and encouraging presence? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants who'd be interested in working at SEMH school's in Wolverhampton.

About the Role

As a Behaviour Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students with SEMH, both in and out of the classroom
• Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Work 1:1 or with small groups to help pupils re-engage with learning
• Build trusting, professional relationships that promote positive behaviour
• Assist teachers in creating a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
• Contribute to behaviour plans and pastoral support programmes
• Access to a Vehicle

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with young people with SEMH (school, alternative provisions, youth work, mentoring or similar)
• Strong communication, resilience and emotional intelligence
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and use positive behaviour strategies
• A genuine commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Team‑working skills and a proactive approach

Why Join Tradewind?

• Competitive pay, paid weekly- PAYE only no umbrella companies
• Free access to CPD via The National College
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long‑term/perm roles