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Semh Teaching Assistant

United Kingdom, Ely 90.00 - 95.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted May 26, 2026
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We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant for an immediate, full-time position at a specialised SEN school in Ely. This setting caters exclusively to pupils with complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom have associated diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, or attachment disorders. You will be joining a highly resilient, collaborative team of educators, therapists, and support staff who refuse to give up on any child, working together to turn a history of educational challenge into a future of achievement.

Job Responsibility

  • Crisis Prevention & De-escalation: Proactively identify emotional triggers and environmental stressors, utilising positive behaviour support strategies to diffuse high-tension situations before they escalate
  • Targeted 1:1 Coaching: Act as a designated mentor for specific pupils, providing a consistent, calm, and predictable presence that helps them regulate their emotions and rebuild self-esteem
  • Restorative Practice: Lead restorative conversations after behavioural outbursts, helping pupils reflect on their actions, understand the impact on others, and learn healthier coping mechanisms
  • Academic Scaffolding: Help pupils re-engage with learning by breaking down tasks into low-stakes, manageable chunks, reducing the anxiety often associated with academic failure
  • Nurture & Sensory Integration: Facilitate sensory breaks, nurture group activities, and outdoor learning sessions to give pupils the physical and emotional space they need to reset
  • Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Maintain precise records of behavioural patterns and progress, collaborating closely with the SENCO, pastoral leads, and therapeutic staff to ensure a unified approach

Requirements

  • Teaching experience
  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
  • de-escalation techniques
  • empathy
  • experience in administering medication
  • experience in managing challenging behaviour
  • experience with autism spectrum disorders
  • experience with learning difficulties
  • experience with social emotional mental health
  • inclusiveness
  • manual handling
  • marking
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience
  • planning
  • resilience
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience

What we offer

  • Training and education
  • E-learning modules
  • Referral Rewards: Earn a £300 voucher for every qualified specialist support worker, mentor, or teacher you successfully refer to our team
  • Advanced Professional Development: Supercharge your CV with free, certified CPD training modules in Team-Teach, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Safeguarding
  • A Community that Cares: Work in a highly supportive Ely-based specialist environment where staff debriefs, mental health support, and collective resilience are prioritised
  • Dedicated Local Advocacy: Work directly with Neeraj, your specialist consultant, who understands the complexities of SEMH settings and will support you throughout your placement
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