At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs in a specialist setting.
- Company: Specialist SEMH setting in Portsmouth focused on resilience and support.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, full-time hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Long-term role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Help students thrive by providing tailored support and building strong relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or vulnerable individuals and up-to-date safeguarding training.
Are you confident working with young people who need structure, patience and consistency? We are working with a specialist SEMH setting in Portsmouth looking for a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs. This is a full-time, long-term role where you will be supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them regulate behaviour and re-engage with learning — a key part of SEMH support roles.
The role:
- Supporting pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviour
- Building strong, consistent relationships
- Delivering tailored support in and out of the classroom
- Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
You must have:
- Experience with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (child workforce)
- Up-to-date safeguarding training
SEMH Support Worker - Education in Portsmouth employer: Pink Tile Education Ltd
Join a dedicated team in Portsmouth that prioritises the growth and well-being of both students and staff. As an SEMH Support Worker, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values resilience and proactive engagement, alongside opportunities for professional development in a rewarding educational environment. With a focus on building strong relationships and promoting positive behaviour, this role offers a meaningful way to make a difference in the lives of young people.
