Teaching Assistant SEMH - Rugby

Justteachers Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd. is seeking a resilient Teaching Assistant to join a SEMH school in Rugby on a long-term basis. The role starts October 2026 and runs until the end of the academic year, delivering 1:1 and small group support to pupils aged 13–19 with SEMH needs.

You will foster a calm, supportive learning environment, help students build confidence, and promote positive behaviour while working closely with staff to implement individual learning plans and safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children with behavioural needs or in a mental health role is desirable.
• Two education or care-based references.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, calm and nurturing learning environment promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
• Help pupils build their confidence and abilities, maximising their potential.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual learning plans.
• Encourage independence, self-esteem, and positive behaviour.

Skills

Behaviour support experience

1:1 & small group support

Education

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a resilient Teaching Assistant to join a SEMH school in Rugby to cover on a long-term basis. The full-time post is due to start in October 2026 and expected to last until the end of the academic year.

The setting provides key support to students aged 13 to 19 with additional SEMH needs. They focus on providing a calming environment to young people with complex anxiety associated with autism spectrum disorder and other anxiety-related conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe, calm and nurturing learning environment promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
• Help pupils build their confidence and abilities, maximising their potential.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual learning plans.
• Encourage independence, self-esteem, and positive behaviour.

Pre-requisites:

• Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience supporting children with behavioural needs or in a mental health role is desirable.
• Two education or care-based references.