Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Management

Teaching Assistant – Behaviour Management

SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant – Therapeutic School, NG13. Full‑time, term time only, Monday to Friday. Competitive daily rate, PAYE.

Teacher Active is proud to work with a specialist therapeutic school supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This nurturing, structured environment uses therapeutic and outdoor learning approaches to help pupils re‑engage with education.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support emotional regulation, resilience and self‑management strategies.
• Manage and de‑escalate challenging behaviour using a therapeutic approach.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils as a consistent role model.
• Support outdoor and nature‑based learning activities.
• Encourage positive peer interactions and social skills development.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills.
• Understanding of trauma‑informed practice (desirable).
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Experience in schools, PRUs, alternative provisions or care settings (desirable).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• A qualified or experienced Teaching Assistant committed to supporting SEMH pupils.

• Competitive PAYE pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teacher Active consultant.
• Access to CPD and training via My-Progression.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&C apply).
• 24/7 support from our experienced team.
• Opportunity to grow and develop in a therapeutic setting.

Ideal for candidates with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker or SEMH Specialist.

Apply today if you’re passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs in a rewarding therapeutic environment.

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