SEMH Teaching Assistant - Empower Students (Cannock)

Balfor Recruitment; Cannock; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Full-time ongoing role

SEMH/Alternative Provision experience

Job summary

Balfor Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH secondary school in Cannock from September 2026. The role focuses on supporting pupils aged 11–19 with SEMH needs in a nurturing, structured environment.

The ideal candidate will have SEMH experience, strong behaviour management, and a passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning and develop essential life skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Experience in SEMH, AP, PRU or specialist education settings.
• Level 2 or 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent is desirable.
• Degree in Psychology or Education would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Support students with emotional regulation, resilience and social skills development.
• Assist pupils to overcome barriers to learning and engage with education.
• Adapt lessons and learning resources to meet individual needs.
• Contribute to and implement IEPs, BSPs and risk assessments.
• Maintain a calm, safe classroom environment and build positive relationships.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and pastoral staff.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

De-escalation skills

Excellent communication

Patience & empathy

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Degree in Psychology or Education

Job description

Balfor Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH secondary school in Cannock from September 2026. The role focuses on supporting pupils aged 11–19 with SEMH needs in a nurturing, structured environment.

The ideal candidate will have SEMH experience, strong behaviour management, and a passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning and develop essential life skills.