Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant

A dedicated and nurturing specialist provision is seeking a resilient, compassionate and proactive SEMH/Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated behavioural challenges. This is a rewarding role where you can make a significant impact on pupils who need consistent, positive adult support.

Working within a small, supportive team, you will:

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• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma, anxiety or challenging life situations
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• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils regulate emotions, manage behaviour and engage in learning
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• Use de-escalation strategies, restorative approaches and clear communication
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• Support pupils through transitions, routines and personalised behaviour plans
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• Create a safe, calm and structured environment where pupils feel understood and valued
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• Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals to ensure consistent support for each child
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• Encourage resilience, confidence and social/emotional growth through positive reinforcement
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You’ll thrive in this role if you:

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• Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, behaviour challenges or trauma-informed practice (desirable but not essential)
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• Are calm, patient, emotionally resilient and able to stay positive in challenging situations
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• Can build strong relationships through empathy, consistency and clear boundaries
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• Understand (or are keen to learn) behaviour support strategies, de-escalation techniques and therapeutic approaches
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• Work well as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
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• Are passionate about helping pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn
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• Highly experienced SEMH leadership and exceptional pastoral support
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• Ongoing specialist CPD (SEMH, trauma-informed practice, de-escalation)
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• Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-pupil ratios
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• A warm, committed team who care deeply about pupil wellbeing
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• The opportunity to genuinely change a child’s daily experience and long-term outcomes
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Apply now or contact your local Reed office and ask to speak with Sophie Lamont in our education team.