SEMH Teaching Assistant - Full-Time School Support

Supply Desk; Piddington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is delighted to be working in partnership with a number of supportive and inclusive secondary schools in the High Wycombe area to recruit dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistants. This role supports students with SEMH needs to regulate emotions, engage with learning, and develop positive behaviours within a structured and nurturing environment.

If you are resilient, patient and proactive, you can make a meaningful difference and help students progress throughout the

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people, ideally in a school or SEMH setting.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting learners.
• Ability to build rapport with secondary-aged students.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset to changing needs.
• Able to work full-time in the Burnham area.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons and adapting learning to meet individual needs.
• Support students in managing behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and individual support plans.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support pupils with transitions throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams.

Skills

Behaviour management

Student support

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Experience with SEMH

Job description

Supply Desk is delighted to be working in partnership with a number of supportive and inclusive secondary schools in the High Wycombe area to recruit dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistants. This role supports students with SEMH needs to regulate emotions, engage with learning, and develop positive behaviours within a structured and nurturing environment.

If you are resilient, patient and proactive, you can make a meaningful difference and help students progress throughout the