SEMH Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

SEMH Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe

£475-£500 PER WEEK | FULL-TIME | MONDAY-FRIDAY

Not every young person finds school easy. Could you be the person who helps them find their confidence again?

We are looking for a resilient, understanding and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support young people in a school in High Wycombe.

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role is about much more than classroom assistance. You'll be helping students who may struggle with emotional regulation, behaviour, relationships and engagement with learning.

We need someone who can remain calm under pressure, build trust and provide the consistency and encouragement that young people need.

What will your day as a SEMH Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe involve?

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Helping pupils manage emotions and challenging situations.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Building strong, trusting relationships.
• Supporting students to develop coping strategies.
• Helping pupils return to learning when they experience difficulties.
• Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams.

Who are we looking for?

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• SEMH, behaviour support or youth work experience is advantageous.
• Experience in residential care or support work is also beneficial.
• A calm, patient and resilient personality.
• Someone confident setting boundaries in a supportive way.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for helping young people.

The Details

Location: High Wycombe

Pay: £475-£500 per week

Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm

Days: Monday to Friday

Contract: Full-time

Why apply to this SEMH Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe?

This is an opportunity to use your experience to help young people overcome barriers, develop confidence and make positive changes.If you have the patience, resilience and passion to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.