SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Exeter

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to work in a setting where every child’s safety, wellbeing and progress are the highest priority? We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in the Exeter area, supporting pupils aged 5–18.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and senior leaders to support pupils both academically and emotionally. You will play a key role in building positive relationships and helping students develop confidence, resilience and coping strategies.

• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
• Assisting with personalised learning plans
• Promoting a calm, safe and structured environment
• Encouraging independence and positive decision-making

This specialist setting provides education and care for pupils aged 5–18 with SEMH needs. The school is firmly committed to safeguarding, with the child at the centre of everything they do.

• A strong safeguarding culture
• A nurturing and therapeutic approach
• Individualised support for every pupil
• A collaborative and supportive staff team

• Calm, resilient and compassionate
• Confident working with children and young people aged 5–18
• Skilled in building positive professional relationships
• A clear communicator and reliable team member
• Passionate about safeguarding and student wellbeing

Pay:
Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Start date:

ASAP

Location:

Exeter

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Madeline Taylor-Edwards
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