Special Educational Needs (SEMH) Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

• De-escalation & Behaviour Support: Utilise proactive, positive behaviour strategies and therapeutic approaches to manage high-level challenging behaviours, defuse conflicts, and maintain a safe, calm environment
• Targeted Interventions: Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions focusing on emotional regulation, social skills, and self-esteem, aligned with students' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Nurturing Academic Support: Help students access a modified curriculum, breaking down tasks to reduce frustration and celebrating small victories to foster a sense of achievement
• Build Restorative Relationships: Act as a trusted adult and mentor, helping students understand their emotions, repair relationships, and develop crucial life and coping skills
• Collaborative Safeguarding & Reporting: Work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to track behavioural trends, update risk assessments, and maintain rigorous safeguarding records

• Proven experience working with secondary-aged youth displaying SEMH needs, severe challenging behaviour, or complex trauma (within an AP, PRU, youth work, or residential care setting)
• Exceptional resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain entirely calm, objective, and grounded during intense, high-pressure situations
• An understanding of trauma-informed practice, attachment theories, or restorative justice
• The ability to establish firm, respectful boundaries while maintaining an approachable, non-judgemental demeanour

Certifications like Team Teach, Price, or MAPA

• Competitive Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day, reflecting the specialist and demanding nature of this role
• Stability: A long-term, consistent contract offering predictable income and regular hours throughout the school year
• Expert Training: Access to comprehensive, ongoing professional development, including advanced de-escalation training and trauma-informed practice
• Unrivalled Support: A deeply supportive, tight-knit team environment where staff well-being and debriefing sessions are prioritised
• PAYE
• Referral Bonus