Overview
SEMH Assistant - Behaviour Support - Merstham
📍 Location: Merstham, Surrey
📅 Start Date: Immediate
⏰ Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
Join a supportive Special Needs school (SEMH) in Merstham seeking a skilled SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing 1:1 and small group behaviour support for students in KS3 and KS4, many of whom have behavioural needs and EHCPs related to SEMH. You will work closely with the SENCO and behaviour team to implement strategies that help students regulate emotions, engage in lessons, and develop positive relationships in school.
Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support for students in KS3 and KS4, many of whom have behavioural needs and EHCPs related to SEMH.
* Collaborate with the SENCO and behaviour team to implement strategies that help students regulate emotions, engage in lessons, and develop positive relationships in school.
Ideal candidate
* Experience working with students with SEMH and behavioural needs
* A calm, patient and consistent approach
* The ability to build rapport and manage challenging behaviour
* A strong understanding of safeguarding and de-escalation techniques
* Team Teach training (desirable but not essential)
Benefits
* A supportive and welcoming team with strong pastoral structures
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people
How to apply
Interested? Apply today or email your CV to Aaron at Empowering Learning to find out more.
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