SEMH Teaching Assistant - Calm Supportive Learning Champion

Supply Desk; East Grimstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a Salisbury school. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, helping manage emotions and behaviour within a structured setting.

The role offers immediate start and a pathway to permanent placement, with ongoing training and development. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to ensure EHCPs are implemented effectively, supporting pupil progress and

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH, behaviour needs, or vulnerable children is highly desirable (school-based or alternative settings).
• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach with strong behaviour management skills.
• Confident communication and ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• A valid DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support pupils in managing emotions, behaviour, and social interactions using positive behaviour strategies.
• Assist with the delivery of personalised learning and intervention activities aligned with EHCPs and behaviour plans.
• Help create a safe, calm, and structured environment that promotes engagement and emotional regulation.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to encourage confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Monitor behaviour and emotional development, contributing to progress tracking and reporting.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Safeguarding

DBS Update Service

Job description

Supply Desk is recruiting an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a Salisbury school. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, helping manage emotions and behaviour within a structured setting.

The role offers immediate start and a pathway to permanent placement, with ongoing training and development. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to ensure EHCPs are implemented effectively, supporting pupil progress and