SEMH Teaching Assistant (trauma informed)

TeacherActive; Bingham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant support

CPD and My-Progression access

Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

£100 referral bonus (T&Cs apply)

24/7 support from team

Growth in therapeutic setting

Experience as TA/Behaviour mentor/york

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a specialist therapeutic school in NG13 to recruit an SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role involves 1:1 and group support, promoting emotional regulation, and applying therapeutic strategies within a nurturing environment.

The position is full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday, with a competitive PAYE daily rate. Ideal for candidates with prior TA, behaviour mentor, youth worker, or SEMH specialist experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice is desirable.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs as a Teaching Assistant.
• Support emotional regulation, resilience, and self-management strategies.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using a therapeutic approach.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils as a consistent role model.
• Support outdoor and nature-based learning activities.
• Encourage positive peer interactions and social skills development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals as a Teaching Assistant.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed practice

Patient & resilient

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant – Therapeutic School

NG13

Full-Time | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday

Competitive Daily Rate | PAYE

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist therapeutic school in NG13, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This nurturing, structured, and relationship-focused environment uses therapeutic and outdoor learning approaches to help pupils overcome challenges and re-engage with education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs as a Teaching Assistant
• Support emotional regulation, resilience, and self-management strategies
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using a therapeutic approach
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils as a consistent role model
• Support outdoor and nature-based learning activities
• Encourage positive peer interactions and social skills development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals as a Teaching Assistant

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice (desirable)
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
• Experience in schools, PRUs, alternative provisions, or care settings (desirable)
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• A qualified or experienced Teaching Assistant committed to supporting SEMH pupils

Benefits

• Competitive PAYE pay (no umbrella or hidden deductions)
• Ongoing support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant
• Access to CPD and training via My-Progression
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• £100 referral bonus (T&Cs apply)
• 24/7 support from our experienced team
• Opportunity to grow and develop as a Teaching Assistant in a therapeutic setting
• Ideal for candidates with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker, or SEMH Specialist.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work