SEMH Therapeutic Teaching Assistant (1:1 & Small Groups)

TeacherActive; Scarrington; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE pay (no umbrella)

Ongoing support from a dedicated Tutor

CPD access

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

£100 referral bonus

24/7 support from our experienced team

Opportunity to grow in a therapeutic设置

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a specialist therapeutic school in NG13 to recruit a SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role is full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday, offering 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.

Candidates with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour experience, strong behaviour management, safeguarding knowledge, and a patient, empathetic approach are encouraged to apply. Competitive PAYE daily rate available.

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 (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.

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 as a Teaching Assistant.

Skills

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed practice (desirable)

Empathy and patience

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or experience

Job description

TeacherActive is partnering with a specialist therapeutic school in NG13 to recruit a SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role is full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday, offering 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.

Candidates with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour experience, strong behaviour management, safeguarding knowledge, and a patient, empathetic approach are encouraged to apply. Competitive PAYE daily rate available.