SEMH Teaching Assistant: Calm Support & Behaviour Help

Justteachers Ltd; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Wellingborough is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist provision. The role is full-time, starting 2 November 2026 and expected to run until 12 February 2027.

You will work closely with pupils who may present challenging behaviour and require emotional and behavioural support. You will support learning activities on a 1:1 and small group basis, build positive relationships, and collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to support individual needs

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A calm, consistent and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in the classroom and around the school.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Support learning activities on a 1:1 and small group basis.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

De-escalation skills

Calm and resilient approach

Job description

Justteachers Ltd in Wellingborough is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist provision. The role is full-time, starting 2 November 2026 and expected to run until 12 February 2027.

You will work closely with pupils who may present challenging behaviour and require emotional and behavioural support. You will support learning activities on a 1:1 and small group basis, build positive relationships, and collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to support individual needs