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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Burnham

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Burnham

Challenging Behaviour | ASAP Start | Specialist & Mainstream Settings

Supply Desk is recruiting experienced and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils in schools and specialist provisions in Burnham and the surrounding areas. This role is ideal for individuals with proven experience supporting children with challenging behaviour and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is an ASAP start opportunity for candidates confident in managing behaviour and supporting positive emotional development.

The Role

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who present with challenging behaviours and require targeted emotional and behavioural support. You may work one-to-one or in small groups, helping pupils engage with learning, regulate emotions, and develop positive coping strategies.

Support may include pupils with:

SEMH needs
Challenging behaviour
Trauma-related behaviours
ADHD
Autism with behavioural difficulties
Roles are available across mainstream schools, SEMH provisions, and alternative settings in Burnham.

Requirements

Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH and challenging behaviour
Confidence using de-escalation and behaviour management strategies
Understanding of emotional regulation and trauma-informed approaches
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A calm, consistent, and resilient approach
Availability for an ASAP start in Burnham

What We Offer

Competitive daily pay rates
Immediate start opportunities in Burnham
Long-term and ongoing placements
Support from experienced local consultants
Access to SEMH and behaviour-focused CPD
24/7 CPD Learning Hub covering safeguarding, behaviour management, and wellbeing
Clear progression routes within education and pastoral support roles

How to Apply

If you have experience supporting pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviour and are available for an ASAP start, we would like to hear from you.

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All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

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