Trauma-Informed SEMH Therapeutic Support Assistant

Justteachers Ltd

Oakham

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a full-time Therapeutic Support Assistant for a specialist provision near Oakham, starting September 2026 on a long-term, temporary basis. The role focuses on SEMH needs, trauma-informed approaches, and delivering 1:1 and small-group therapeutic support to promote emotional wellbeing and engagement.

Candidates should have experience with SEMH or trauma-related needs, a calm and resilient disposition, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work within a

Qualifications

Experience working with children/young people with SEMH or trauma-related needs.
Calm, patient and emotionally resilient approach.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Right to work in the UK; Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 therapeutic support to pupils with SEMH needs.
Support emotional regulation using trauma-informed approaches.
Build trusting relationships to promote engagement and wellbeing.
Implement behaviour and therapeutic support strategies consistently.
Collaborate with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams.
Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times of the school day.
Promote routine and positive coping strategies.
Monitor pupil progress, wellbeing and behaviour.

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed

Calm temperament

Communication

Relationship building

Adaptable

Job description

Candidates should have experience with SEMH or trauma-related needs, a calm and resilient disposition, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work within a

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