SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
Full Time
£90 – £120 Per Day
May Half Term Start/September 2025 start

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team at a school in Bletchley. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs, providing both academic and emotional support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with SEMH needs in both group and one-to-one settings

• Assist in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment

• Collaborate with teachers to plan and deliver tailored interventions

• Monitor and track students’ progress, offering feedback to the teaching team

• Support the development of social and emotional skills through targeted activities

• Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours in a positive, constructive manner

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (desirable)

• A patient, empathetic, and resilient personality

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to stay calm and focused under pressure

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students

• Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team

To interview immediately, please call our team on: 01296 752 499 for more information and apply below.

Visit our website: www.supplydesk.co.uk

Supply Desk offers a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher or teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

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