SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant – Therapeutic School
NG13
Full-Time | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday
Competitive Daily Rate | PAYE
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist therapeutic school in NG13, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This nurturing, structured, and relationship-focused environment uses therapeutic and outdoor learning approaches to help pupils overcome challenges and re-engage with education.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs as a Teaching Assistant
- 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
Requirements
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive PAYE pay (no umbrella or hidden deductions)
- Ongoing support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant
- Access to CPD and training via My-Progression
- Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
- £100 referral bonus (T&Cs apply)
- 24/7 support from our experienced team
- Opportunity to grow and develop as a Teaching Assistant in a therapeutic setting
- Ideal for candidates with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker, or SEMH Specialist.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work
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