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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 85 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Southampton

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Southampton
 Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
 Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
 Pay Rate: £85 – £100 per day

About the Role

Supply Desk is seeking a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them build confidence, resilience and positive relationships while achieving their full potential.

Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll provide tailored support within the classroom and during intervention sessions, making a genuine difference to students who benefit from additional guidance and encouragement.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
Assist with personalised learning activities and intervention programmes.
Build trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement.
Support teachers in creating a calm, structured learning environment.
Record pupil progress and communicate effectively with staff.
Uphold safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times.

Candidate Requirements

Experience working with children or young people (school or care settings desirable).
Knowledge of SEMH, behaviour support or SEND.
Calm, patient and resilient approach.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What the School Offers

Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent position.
Small class sizes and supportive staffing.
Ongoing CPD and SEND training.
Friendly and experienced leadership team.
Competitive daily rates.
Rewarding opportunity to positively impact pupils' lives.

How to Apply

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Job Types: Full-time, Long-term

Pay: £85.00 – £100.00 per day

Work Location: In person

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures

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