SEMH Teaching Assistant — Trauma-Informed AP Provision

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract possibility

CPD & safeguarding training

Term-time schedule

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment seeks a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant for a Barnoldswick AP setting. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASC, and challenging behaviour.

You will assist with classroom delivery, practical workshops, and outdoor activities, applying de-escalation techniques to foster safe learning environments. Experience in SEMH/SEND, Level 2/3 TA qualification or related transferrable background is required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children/young adults with SEMH, SEND, PRUs, APs, or residential settings.
• Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent.
• High emotional resilience and calm approach under pressure.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 and with small nurture groups.
• Assist lead teachers with classroom delivery and practical activities.
• Apply de-escalation strategies to maintain calm routines.
• Mentor pupils to build self-esteem and emotional regulation.
• Support EHCP target tracking and learning plans.

Skills

SEMH experience

Patience

Resilience

Behaviour management

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Youth Work

Tools

MAPA training

Team-Teach

CPI training

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment seeks a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant for a Barnoldswick AP setting. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASC, and challenging behaviour.

You will assist with classroom delivery, practical workshops, and outdoor activities, applying de-escalation techniques to foster safe learning environments. Experience in SEMH/SEND, Level 2/3 TA qualification or related transferrable background is required.