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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Dudley
Contract: Full-time | Term-time
Start: As soon as possible

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This role is ideal for an experienced professional who brings strong behaviour management, emotional intelligence, and a calm, consistent approach to supporting young people who may present with challenging behaviour.

The Role

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:

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Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs

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Implement effective behaviour management strategies aligned with individual behaviour plans

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Support pupils to regulate emotions, develop social skills, and re-engage with learning

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Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals

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Create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment

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Act as a positive role model, maintaining clear boundaries and high expectations

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

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Has proven experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs

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Demonstrates excellent behaviour management skills

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Remains calm, patient, and consistent under pressure

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Understands trauma-informed practice and de-escalation strategies

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Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

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Is resilient, proactive, and committed to making a meaningful difference

Experience within alternative provision, PRUs, specialist settings, or similar environments is highly desirable.

What’s on Offer

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A rewarding role where no two days are the same

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Ongoing professional support and development

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The opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils’ lives

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A supportive team environment with a clear focus on inclusion and wellbeing