SEMH Teaching Assistant: Calm Support & Growth Colchester

Tradewind Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 11,070 - 16,605; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Colchester, Essex, is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH needs on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. The role promotes emotional regulation and positive coping strategies within a supportive school environment, starting September 2026.

You will build strong, trusting relationships, help maintain positive behaviour with clear expectations, and support learning across a range of subjects.

Qualifications

• Patient, calm and resilient disposition.
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent teamwork and proactive approach in a school setting.
• Experience with SEMH/SEND or behavioural needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs one-to-one and in small groups.
• Help students regulate emotions and develop coping strategies.
• Build strong, consistent relationships to encourage engagement and trust.
• Promote positive behaviour through structure and clear expectations.
• Support learning across a range of curriculum subjects.
• Collaborate with the school team to ensure pupils receive necessary support.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Resilience

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Team player

Experience with SEMH/SEND

Proactive approach

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment in Colchester, Essex, is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH needs on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. The role promotes emotional regulation and positive coping strategies within a supportive school environment, starting September 2026.

You will build strong, trusting relationships, help maintain positive behaviour with clear expectations, and support learning across a range of subjects.