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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Manylion swydd
Dyddiad hysbysebu: 02 Medi 2025
Cyflog: £90 i £110 bob dydd
Oriau: Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau: 30 Medi 2025
Lleoliad: Edgbaston, West Midlands
Cwmni: senploy
Math o swydd: Dros dro
Cyfeirnod swydd: 186878

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1:1 Teaching Assistant - SEMH School Trust - Central Birmingham (Multiple Locations)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Pay: From £90 per day (PAYE - no umbrella deductions)

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning? Long Term Futures is working in partnership with a trust of specialist SEMH schools in central Birmingham to recruit experienced and resilient Teaching Assistants. These schools support students aged 11-16 who have social, emotional, and behavioural needs, many of whom require 1:1 support to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience of working with challenging behaviours who is committed to making a meaningful difference in a supportive, structured environment.

Your Role
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Provide consistent 1:1 support for students with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning


Provide consistent 1:1 support for students with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning
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Use de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies to maintain a safe, calm environment


Use de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies to maintain a safe, calm environment
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Build trust and strong relationships to encourage confidence, resilience, and personal growth


Build trust and strong relationships to encourage confidence, resilience, and personal growth
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Support pupils with social and emotional development through tailored activities and mentoring


Support pupils with social and emotional development through tailored activities and mentoring
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Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and external agencies to deliver joined-up support


Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and external agencies to deliver joined-up support

What We're Looking For
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Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour - essential


Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour - essential
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A calm, patient, and resilient approach to managing difficult situations


A calm, patient, and resilient approach to managing difficult situations
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly


Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly
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Confidence in supporting students who may display high levels of anxiety or emotional dysregulation


Confidence in supporting students who may display high levels of anxiety or emotional dysregulation
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A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is an advantage, but experience and the right attitude are what really matter


A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is an advantage, but experience and the right attitude are what really matter

Benefits of Working with Long Term Futures
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Weekly pay through PAYE - no umbrella deductions


Weekly pay through PAYE - no umbrella deductions
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Exclusive access to long-term roles across a network of SEMH and alternative provision schools


Exclusive access to long-term roles across a network of SEMH and alternative provision schools
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Free training and CPD opportunities focused on behaviour management and SEN


Free training and CPD opportunities focused on behaviour management and SEN
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Dedicated consultant who understands SEMH settings and will support you throughout your placement


Dedicated consultant who understands SEMH settings and will support you throughout your placement
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Clear pathways to permanent employment for the right candidates


Clear pathways to permanent employment for the right candidates

Apply Today
If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on young people with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV for more details.

Safeguarding Statement: All applicants must hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced DBS and be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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