SEMH Therapeutic TA — 1:1 Support & Outdoor Learning

TeacherActive Limited.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant support

CPD via My-Progression

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is supporting a specialist therapeutic school in NG13 to recruit an SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role focuses on providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, using trauma-informed strategies and a therapeutic approach.

The position involves managing emotions, supporting social skills, and working with teachers and external professionals in a nurturing, outdoor learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• 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.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed

Education

TA qualification

Job description

TeacherActive Limited is supporting a specialist therapeutic school in NG13 to recruit an SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role focuses on providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, using trauma-informed strategies and a therapeutic approach.

The position involves managing emotions, supporting social skills, and working with teachers and external professionals in a nurturing, outdoor learning environment.