Disability Specialist in Telford

A school in Telford is seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people who may face challenges engaging with education. In this role, you will provide targeted behavioural support, build positive relationships, and help students develop the skills needed to regulate their behaviour and succeed academically. The RoleAs a Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will: Support students with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groupsBuild strong, trusting relationships to encourage engagement in learningImplement effective behaviour management strategiesWork closely with teachers and support staff to create a consistent and supportive environmentHelp students develop emotional resilience and positive coping strategiesAbout YouWe are looking for someone who: Has experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting young people with SEMH needsIs confident, proactive, and able to manage challenging behaviour positivelyIs passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable studentsHas strong communication and relationship-building skillsHolds knowledge of behaviour management strategiesWhat Protocol Education OffersA dedicated consultant focused on finding the right role for youAccess to 50+ CPD courses at Diploma and Certificate levelFlexible working options (daily supply, long-term, or permanent roles)Refer-a-friend scheme (50 reward)Opportunities with a well-recognised and accredited education agencyPlease note applicants must have the right to work in the UK.All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.