SEMH Teaching Assistant — Foster Calm & Growth

Prospero Teaching; Bushey; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Bushey, Hertfordshire. You will support secondary pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping with routines, relationships and emotional regulation.

The role is full-time, long-term and term-time only, with start date and hours to be agreed. You will provide individual and small-group support, apply de-escalation strategies, track progress, and work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to foster a safe learning

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Ability to maintain boundaries without confrontation and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Experience in pupil referral units, trauma-informed practice or behaviour support training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups during lessons and structured activities.
• Use de-escalation strategies and recognise early signs of distress.
• Help pupils meet behaviour, attendance and engagement targets.
• Break tasks into achievable steps and reinforce effort and progress.
• Keep accurate records and liaise with teachers and pastoral staff.

Skills

SEMH experience

Boundary setting

Safeguarding procedures

Education

Experience in school/youth work

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Bushey, Hertfordshire. You will support secondary pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping with routines, relationships and emotional regulation.

The role is full-time, long-term and term-time only, with start date and hours to be agreed. You will provide individual and small-group support, apply de-escalation strategies, track progress, and work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to foster a safe learning