SEMH Teaching Assistant

Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Secondary School – Hackney

Full Time Monday to Friday Term Time Only

Up to 120 per Day Immediate Start Long–Term Opportunity

Long Term Futures are recruiting an experienced and confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Hackney, East London, supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4.

The school is seeking a specialist Teaching Assistant with experience in pastoral support, behaviour management and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. This role will involve working closely with students who require additional support to manage their emotions, regulate behaviour, build positive relationships and remain engaged in education.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral Support Assistant, SEMH Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant looking to make a genuine difference within a mainstream secondary school.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide specialist SEMH support to students across KS3 and KS4Support students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural and mental health difficultiesWork closely with the school's pastoral and behaviour teamsDeliver 1:1 and small–group interventions to improve behaviour, engagement and emotional wellbeingSupport students with ADHD, ASD, SEMH and additional learning needsHelp students develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive coping strategiesSupport pupils who may be at risk of exclusion or disengagement from educationUse effective de–escalation and behaviour management strategiesEncourage positive relationships between students, teachers and peersSupport students during lessons, transitions, breaktimes and challenging situationsAssist with restorative conversations and reintegration into classroom learningWork alongside Heads of Year, SENCOs, pastoral leaders and teaching staffMonitor and report on student behaviour, attendance and engagementIdeal Candidate Will Have:

Previous experience as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral SupportAssistant or SEN Teaching AssistantExperience supporting secondary–aged students with challenging behaviour or SEMH needsStrong understanding of social, emotional and mental health difficultiesConfidence managing challenging behaviour and responding calmly to difficult situationsExperience delivering pastoral, behavioural or emotional wellbeing supportExcellent communication and relationship–building skillsA calm, patient, resilient and consistent approachAbility to establish clear boundaries while maintaining positive relationshipsExperience working with students with ADHD, ASD, trauma–related needs or emotional regulation difficulties would be advantageousA genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people and improving educational outcomes

About the Role

You will play an important role in helping young people:

Develop positive behaviour and emotional regulationImprove their confidence, resilience and self–esteemBuild trusting relationships with adultsRe–engage with classroom learningManage conflict and challenging situations appropriatelyDevelop the social and emotional skills needed to succeed in schoolLocation & Transport – Hackney, East London

Excellent connections via Hackney Central, Hackney Downs and Dalston JunctionLondon Overground services throughout Hackney and surrounding boroughsStrong bus connections across East and North LondonAccessible from Islington, Haringey, Waltham Forest, Newham, Tower Hamlets and StratfordWhy Work with Long Term Futures

Competitive daily pay – up to 120 per dayImmediate start availableLong–term, consistent secondary school placementOpportunity to specialise in SEMH, pastoral care and behaviour supportValuable experience working alongside school pastoral and SEN teamsWeekly payFree CPD covering SEMH, behaviour management, SEN and safeguardingNo day–to–day supply – long–term placements onlyDedicated consultant support throughout your placementApply Now – Immediate Interviews & Trial Days

If you're an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or Pastoral Support Assistant looking for a rewarding position within a secondary school in Hackney, apply today with Long Term Futures.

SEMH Teaching Assistant SEMH TA Behaviour Mentor Behaviour Support Assistant Pastoral Support Assistant Pastoral Mentor SEN Teaching Assistant Learning Support Assistant Social Emotional Mental Health Behaviour Management Emotional Regulation ADHD ASD Trauma Informed Practice KS3 KS4 Secondary School Hackney East London Immediate Start

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Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Ad ID: 5419325921