SEMH Teaching Assistant - Therapeutic & Outdoor Learning

TeacherActive Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

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Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is partnering with a specialist therapeutic school in NG13 to recruit a SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH, helping regulate emotions and behaviours, and promoting social skills through outdoor learning.

Ideal candidates will have SEMH, SEND or care-settings experience and a commitment to safeguarding. The position is full-time, term-time only, with a competitive PAYE daily rate and dedicated consultant support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for SEMH pupils.
• Support emotional regulation and resilience.
• De-escalate challenging behaviour using a therapeutic approach.
• Build positive relationships as a consistent role model.
• Support outdoor and nature-based learning activities.
• Encourage positive peer interactions and social skills.
• Work with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Contribute to a therapeutic school environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Empathy resilience

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

TeacherActive Ltd is partnering with a specialist therapeutic school in NG13 to recruit a SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH, helping regulate emotions and behaviours, and promoting social skills through outdoor learning.

Ideal candidates will have SEMH, SEND or care-settings experience and a commitment to safeguarding. The position is full-time, term-time only, with a competitive PAYE daily rate and dedicated consultant support.