SEMH Teaching Assistant — Empower Minds & Growth

TeacherActive Ltd; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

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Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd. is working with a SEMH setting in Thrapston, recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a full-time, permanent role. The post supports pupils across KS3/KS4 with SEMH needs, helping them access learning and manage emotions in a safe environment.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting children with SEMH, managing behaviour, and building positive relationships. This role offers ongoing professional development and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour effectively.
• Strong understanding of barriers to learning faced by SEMH pupils.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with young people.
• Resilient, patient and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs to access learning.
• Help manage emotions and behaviours effectively.
• Develop positive relationships within the setting.
• Collaborate with staff to support learning.

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Learning barriers

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Job description

TeacherActive Ltd. is working with a SEMH setting in Thrapston, recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a full-time, permanent role. The post supports pupils across KS3/KS4 with SEMH needs, helping them access learning and manage emotions in a safe environment.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting children with SEMH, managing behaviour, and building positive relationships. This role offers ongoing professional development and a supportive team.