Full job descriptionAre you a mental health support worker, residential care worker or youth worker looking to bring your skills into education?
We’re looking for a calm, resilient and caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to support young people aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in a specialist setting in Norwich.
This is a highly pastoral role focused on emotional support, behaviour regulation and relationship-building, rather than academic pressure. You’ll act as a trusted adult, helping pupils feel safe, regulated and ready to engage with learning.
What You’ll Be Doing
*Providing 1:1 and small-group emotional and behavioural support
*Using de-escalation, trauma-informed and relational approaches
*Supporting pupils through challenging moments and transitions
*Acting as a consistent, positive role model throughout the school day
*Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams
This Role Is Ideal If You Have:
*Experience in mental health, residential care, youth work or pastoral support
*Confidence supporting young people with challenging behaviour or trauma
*A calm, patient and empathetic approach
Why Move Into Education?
*Term-time working pattern
*A chance to make long-term impact on young lives
*Supportive team and ongoing training
*A meaningful transition from care/mental health into schools
For more information, please apply now or call your local Reed office and ask to speak with Sophie Lamont.