SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job description

Support Mentor - Windsor

Long-Term Opportunity with Permanent Potential

Reed Education is seeking a caring, resilient, and dedicated Support Mentor to join a specialist SEND provision in Windsor on a long-term basis, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

This rewarding role offers the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people who require additional educational, emotional, and behavioural support. The school provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a positive outlook on learning.

The Role

As a Support Mentor, you will work closely with students both in and out of the classroom, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their personal and academic goals.

Responsibilities include:

Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

Supporting students with their social, emotional, and behavioural development.

Assisting learners to engage positively with education.

Promoting confidence, resilience, and independence.

Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and therapeutic professionals.

Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.

About the Setting

Our partner school specialises in supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Communication and interaction difficulties

Anxiety and emotional regulation challenges

Complex barriers to learning

Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) identified needs

The provision takes a holistic approach, bringing together education, pastoral care, and therapeutic support to ensure every student receives individualised guidance tailored to their needs. Inspectors highlighted the school's strong culture of support, ambitious expectations, and commitment to helping pupils rebuild confidence in education and achieve positive outcomes.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a highly supportive team where staff are passionate about transforming young lives. Feedback from parents and external reviewers regularly references...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newbury

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English