SEMH Teaching Assistant: Inspire Resilience & Growth

TimePlan Education; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential permanent role

Dedicated education recruitment team

Skills development in school setting

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Sleaford to support with 1:1 and small-group work. You will help pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour strategies and learning engagement, collaborating closely with school staff.

The ideal candidate brings genuine passion for helping young people with additional needs, strong communication, resilience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Prior SEMH or behaviour experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, resilient and confident handling challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm under pressure and able to respond positively to difficult situations.
• Proactive, adaptable and committed to helping pupils reach potential.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or behaviour challenges is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support pupils with behaviour management, emotional regulation and positive social interactions.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and stay engaged in class.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils as a consistent role model.
• Implement behaviour strategies and follow individual support plans.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to promote positive outcomes.
• Encourage pupils to build confidence, independence and resilience.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Behaviour management

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Proactivity

Adaptability

Job description

TimePlan Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Sleaford to support with 1:1 and small-group work. You will help pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour strategies and learning engagement, collaborating closely with school staff.

The ideal candidate brings genuine passion for helping young people with additional needs, strong communication, resilience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Prior SEMH or behaviour experience is a plus.