SEMH Teaching Assistant — Calm, Supportive Learner Advocate

justteachers; Norwich; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd. are partnering with a welcoming secondary school in Norwich to recruit an enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ASAP start.

You will join a supportive pastoral and SEND team, providing tailored support to pupils with SEMH needs and helping them access learning with patience and care. The role focuses on building relationships, promoting safeguarding, and delivering one-to-one and small-group support throughout the day to help students develop confidence,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH needs is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated SEMH support across the school day.
• Work with teachers, pastoral staff and SEND team to assist individual needs.
• Offer one-to-one and small-group support where appropriate.
• Help students access lessons and engage with learning.
• Support emotional regulation, confidence and social development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students and promote a calm environment.
• Use strategies to manage challenging situations and maintain safeguarding.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and maintain a safe learning space.

Skills

SEMH experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Two education references

Job description

Justteachers Ltd. are partnering with a welcoming secondary school in Norwich to recruit an enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ASAP start.

You will join a supportive pastoral and SEND team, providing tailored support to pupils with SEMH needs and helping them access learning with patience and care. The role focuses on building relationships, promoting safeguarding, and delivering one-to-one and small-group support throughout the day to help students develop confidence,