SEMH Teaching Assistant – High Wycombe
📍 High Wycombe
💼 Full-Time | Term-Time
🏫 Progress Schools (Alternative Provision, KS3 & KS4)
📅 Start Date: ASAP
Pertemps Education is currently recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist alternative provision school in High Wycombe.
Our client, Progress Schools, is a nationally recognised alternative education provider with independent secondary schools across England. They deliver high-quality, supportive and inspirational teaching to students aged 11–16 (Key Stage 3 and 4). Their bespoke approach supports positive progression back into mainstream education or onward into further education, work-based learning or employment.
The Role:
Supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Assisting the class teacher with differentiated learning activities
Building strong, consistent relationships with pupils
Supporting behaviour regulation and emotional development
Promoting engagement and positive outcomesThe Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or alternative provision
Calm, resilient and patient approach
Strong communication skills
Team player with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young peopleThis is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives within a supportive and structured setting.
Apply today through Pertemps Education to find out more