SEMH Teaching Assistant: Build Confidence & Calm Support

Academics Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students at a High Wycombe school. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support to learners who may struggle with emotional regulation and engagement. Ideal candidates are calm, patient and resilient, with experience working with children or young people.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, full-time, paid weekly. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to build trust and help pupils return

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people desirable.
• SEMH, behaviour support or youth work experience advantageous.
• Residential care or support work experience beneficial.
• Calm, patient and resilient personality.
• Confident setting boundaries in a supportive way.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Genuine passion for helping young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Helping pupils manage emotions and challenging situations.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Building strong, trusting relationships.
• Supporting students to develop coping strategies.
• Helping pupils return to learning when they experience difficulties.
• Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Patience and resilience

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Passion for helping young people

Job description

Academics Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students at a High Wycombe school. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support to learners who may struggle with emotional regulation and engagement. Ideal candidates are calm, patient and resilient, with experience working with children or young people.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, full-time, paid weekly. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to build trust and help pupils return