SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Handsworth, Birmingham B20 Day Rate: £(Apply online only) Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm A welcoming and inclusive primary school in B20 is looking for a skilled SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil in Key Stage 2. The child has social, emotional and mental health needs linked to Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and requires a consistent, trusting adult to help reduce anxiety and support reintegration into classroom learning. You'll work closely with the school's SENCO and external professionals to deliver a flexible, low-demand approach that promotes emotional regulation and gradual re-engagement with peers and curriculum tasks. Key Responsibilities: Provide daily 1:1 support for a pupil with SEMH needs Build a trusting, low-pressure relationship to reduce avoidance behaviours Use tailored strategies and visual tools to support emotional regulation Work collaboratively with the SENCO and professionals to monitor progress Support a phased reintegration into the classroom environmentWhat We're Looking For: Proven experience supporting pupils with SEMH, especially PDA or high-anxiety needs Calm, consistent, and empathetic approach Skilled in de-escalation and building pupil trust Able to work flexibly and respond to individual needs School-based SEN or SEMH support experience is esse...