SEMH Teaching Assistant — Long-Term Support for Young Learners

Monarch Education; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

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Job summary

Monarch Education is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Staffordshire, Lichfield. You will support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management, engagement in learning, and social development throughout the school day.

Working with teachers, therapists and other staff, you will provide 1:1 and small group support, help implement IEPs, and foster independence and confidence.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or relevant experience.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH
• Experience working with pupils with autism (ASC), PMLD, behavioural management and regulating behaviour
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of complex learning needs.
• Support children with autism, communication difficulties, physical disabilities, sensory processing needs, and medical requirements.
• Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and personalised learning programmes.
• Encourage pupils’ independence, confidence, and social development.
• Support communication using visual aids, PECS, Makaton, or other communication strategies where appropriate.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Assist with personal care and mobility support where required.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

TA qualification

Autism support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

Monarch Education is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Staffordshire, Lichfield. You will support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management, engagement in learning, and social development throughout the school day.

Working with teachers, therapists and other staff, you will provide 1:1 and small group support, help implement IEPs, and foster independence and confidence.