SEMH Teaching Assistants

senploy; Norwich; Sur place; GBP 14 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PAYE weekly pay

Well-being support

Competitive salary depending on 경험

Résumé du poste

Step Teachers in Norwich are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs across multiple school settings. Flexible short- and long-term opportunities are available immediately, with a focus on building confidence and positive learning behaviours.

You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, assist with adapted activities, help implement behaviour plans, monitor progress, and communicate with teaching staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Understanding of behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Patience, resilience, and a calm, supportive approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with pupils.
• Adaptable across different classrooms and key stages.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

Responsabilités

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering adapted and accessible learning activities.
• Help implement behaviour support plans and emotional regulation strategies.
• Promote positive relationships and model constructive communication.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and communicate with teaching staff.
• Contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements.

Connaissances

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Interpersonal skills

Patience and resilience

Description du poste

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for support staff who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Norwich and the surrounding areas, helping them develop confidence, emotional resilience, and positive learning behaviours.

Duties as SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Assist teachers in delivering adapted and accessible learning activities
• Help implement behaviour support plans and emotional regulation strategies
• Promote positive relationships and model constructive communication
• Support pupils in managing challenging behaviours in line with school policies
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence
• Monitor and record pupil progress and communicate with teaching staff
• Contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements

Ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs
• Understanding of behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Patience, resilience, and a calm, supportive approach
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with pupils
• Adaptable across different classrooms and key stages
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• Willingness to undertake additional training, including SEMH or behaviour-related programmes

Stand Out with Step TeachersAt Step Teachers

we're proud to be the only education recruitment agency in Norfolk offering Step On training, part of the County's respected Norfolk Steps behaviour management programme to all teachers and support staff who register with us.

What is Step On?

Step On is an evidence-based training programme developed by Norfolk County Council, supporting schools for over 15 years. It helps educators and support staff create calm, inclusive, and consistent learning environments where every child can thrive.

Why Step Teachers?

We don't just help you find work; we invest in your professional development. Through our partnership with Norfolk Steps, we equip teachers and support staff with skills recognised across Norfolk's schools, helping you make a meaningful impact from day one.

Step Teachers is an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, a proud REC member, and REC Audited in Education - meeting the highest standards in safeguarding and compliance. All candidates undergo thorough checks aligned with the DfE's Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including references and Enhanced DBS verification via the Update Service or new application.

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary - depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay - no umbrella or self-employed setups
• Well-being support - access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal