Pastoral Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
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- England,East of England,Suffolk,Ipswich
- Full Time, Part Time, Temporary
- £14.24 per hour
Job Description:
A dynamic and supportive specialist SEMH secondary setting is looking for a proactive, emotionally intelligent and resilient SEMH / Behaviour Teaching Assistant. This role is ideal for someone with a pastoral background, youth work experience, or a passion for supporting teenagers who may struggle with behaviour, regulation and engagement in education.
About the RoleIn this hands-on, relationship-focused position, you will:
*Build strong, authentic relationships with pupils aged 11–16 to help them feel safe, understood and motivated
*Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges or complex backgrounds
*Act as a positive role model, mentor and consistent adult presence
*Use de-escalation strategies, clear boundaries and restorative approaches
*Support pupils with emotional regulation, resilience, coping strategies and self-esteem
*Help pupils access learning, manage routines and navigate difficult moments
*Work closely with pastoral teams, behaviour leads and external agencies
*Assist with behaviour plans, wellbeing support and targeted interventions
About YouYou’ll be a strong match for this role if you:
*Have experience in youth work, mentoring, SEMH/behaviour support or similar
*Are calm, patient and emotionally resilient with a natural ability to build rapport with teenagers
*Can remain consistent, reliable and confident when faced with challenging behaviour
*Understand (or are keen to learn) trauma-informed practice, restorative work and de-escalation techniques
*Are able to maintain strong professional boundaries and model positive behaviour
*Want to help young people feel valued, supported and capable of success
Why Join This Secondary SEMH Setting?*Excellent pastoral and wellbeing support for staff and pupils
*Ongoing training in SEMH, trauma-informed practice, de-escalation and mentoring
*A tight-knit, supportive team who genuinely care
*Opportunities for progression into pastoral, behaviour or safeguarding roles
*The chance to make a significant impact on young people who need a positive adult more than most
Apply now or contact your local Reed office and ask to speak with Sophie Lamont in our education team.
About the RoleIn this hands-on, relationship-focused position, you will:
*Build strong, authentic relationships with pupils aged 11–16 to help them feel safe, understood and motivated
*Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges or complex backgrounds
*Act as a positive role model, mentor and consistent adult presence
*Use de-escalation strategies, clear boundaries and restorative approaches
*Support pupils with emotional regulation, resilience, coping strategies and self-esteem
*Help pupils access learning, manage routines and navigate difficult moments
*Work closely with pastoral teams, behaviour leads and external agencies
*Assist with behaviour plans, wellbeing support and targeted interventions
About YouYou’ll be a strong match for this role if you:
*Have experience in youth work, mentoring, SEMH/behaviour support or similar
*Are calm, patient and emotionally resilient with a natural ability to build rapport with teenagers
*Can remain consistent, reliable and confident when faced with challenging behaviour
*Understand (or are keen to learn) trauma-informed practice, restorative work and de-escalation techniques
*Are able to maintain strong professional boundaries and model positive behaviour
*Want to help young people feel valued, supported and capable of success
Why Join This Secondary SEMH Setting?*Excellent pastoral and wellbeing support for staff and pupils
*Ongoing training in SEMH, trauma-informed practice, de-escalation and mentoring
*A tight-knit, supportive team who genuinely care
*Opportunities for progression into pastoral, behaviour or safeguarding roles
*The chance to make a significant impact on young people who need a positive adult more than most
Apply now or contact your local Reed office and ask to speak with Sophie Lamont in our education team.
Job number 3610841
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