SEMH Teaching Assistant - Thatcham

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Thatcham

Location: Thatcham, Berkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Scale: £90-£105 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs?

Are you a resilient and empathetic individual looking to make a positive difference in a specialist school?

A specialist SEMH school in Thatcham is seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join its team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring psychologists and experienced support staff who want to develop their skills while helping pupils overcome barriers to education.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant , you will support pupils who may experience anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, challenging behaviour or difficulties engaging with learning. Some pupils may also have additional needs, including ADHD or ASD, requiring a flexible and individualised approach.

You will work alongside teachers and other professionals to create a consistent, structured environment where pupils feel safe, supported and encouraged to succeed. Building positive relationships and helping students develop strategies to manage their emotions will be central to the role.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.

Helping pupils develop emotional regulation and positive coping strategies.

Encouraging participation in classroom activities and school routines.

Building trusting relationships that promote confidence and engagement.

Supporting teachers in implementing individual learning and behaviour plans.

Maintaining a calm, safe and structured learning environment.

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers valuable practical experience for graduates interested in psychology, counselling, mental health, teaching or youth work. Previous experience supporting children or young people in education, care, sports coaching or mentoring would be advantageous.

The ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant will be patient, adaptable and confident in maintaining appropriate boundaries while providing consistent encourageme...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Thatcham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-10-2026

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