SEMH Behaviour Coach
Teaching Personnel is the exclusive partner of a Trust supporting a network of Primary and Secondary Schools across Milton Keynes. We are seeking an SEMH Specialist Behaviour Coach to join one of the Secondary Academies as soon as possible.
* Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
* Start date: As soon as possible
* Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm or Permanent
* Pay: Daily rate equivalent to £19,000 - £23,000 PA
Are you passionate about mental health and supporting children with special needs?
The role of SEMH Behaviour Coach involves providing targeted support to students with Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs), SEND Support Plans (SSPs), or diagnosed with conditions such as ASD, ADHD, ADD, or SEMH.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant passionate about mental health, focusing on de-escalation techniques and emotional regulation to foster trusting, positive relationships that enhance student engagement.
As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities include working with students and parents to understand social, emotional, and mental health needs, supporting successful outcomes on a 1:1 or small group basis. You will implement, monitor, and evaluate relevant interventions, adapting EHCP and SSP plans as necessary.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
* A strong understanding of SEMH
* The ability to recognize trigger signals indicating emotional dysregulation
* A calm and positive attitude
* Ability to build positive relationships with pupils demonstrating resistant or challenging behaviour
* Excellent knowledge of SEND
* Level 1+ qualification as a TA or supporting learning in school
* High resilience and emotional intelligence
About the School:
This large, well-established Secondary Academy in Milton Keynes caters to over 1500 students and has a reputable, inclusive environment. The school’s latest Ofsted report (2024) rates it as 'Good', noting that "Pupils are very happy at this inclusive school." Its location in West Milton Keynes makes it accessible for staff from Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire.
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:
✓ Join the UK's leading education staffing provider
✓ Competitive pay
✓ Weekly pay
✓ Opportunities for professional development through our CPD Academy
✓ Flexible 12-week probationary period
✓ Dedicated secondary education consultant
✓ Established agency with nationwide presence
✓ Support for graduates through our Future Teachers Programme
Interested in this role?
We look forward to your application!
Applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training. Please refer to the FAQ section on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates include statutory holiday pay. This position is temporary, with potential for permanent placement later.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children and will conduct necessary checks, including DBS verification. We provide free child protection and safeguarding training to all candidates.
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