SEMH Teaching Assistant
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- England,Yorkshire and The Humber,West Yorkshire,Leeds
- Full Time, Permanent
- £101.40 - £120 per day
Job Description:
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist School
Leeds (ideally suited to candidates living in Leeds and nearby areas)
£101.40 - £120 per day
8:30am - 3:30pm | Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
About the RoleAre you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their potential?
Milk Education is working with a specialist SEN school in Leeds that supports pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides a structured and supportive environment for students who may have experienced challenges such as trauma, exclusion, or difficulties managing their behaviour.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils to regulate their emotions, re-engage with learning, and build positive relationships. Class sizes are small, allowing you to provide meaningful 1:1 and small group support to students who benefit from additional guidance and structure.
This role would suit individuals who are resilient, patient, and confident building relationships with young people who may present challenging behaviour but have huge potential.
We Particularly Welcome Applications FromThis role attracts people from a range of backgrounds who are confident working with young people, including:
*Sports Coaches who are used to mentoring and motivating young people
*Psychology or Criminology Graduates looking to gain practical SEMH experience
*Youth Workers or Support Workers
*Former Prison Officers or Security Professionals who have experience managing behaviour and maintaining calm environments
*Teaching Assistants or SEN Support Staff
If you have strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm and consistent, your background could be highly valuable in this setting.
Key Responsibilities*Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
*Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour strategies, and social skills
*Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
*Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement
*Support structured routines and positive behaviour strategies
*Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support EHCP and behaviour plans
What We’re Looking For*Experience working with young people, behaviour support, SEMH, or mentoring
*A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Leeds (ideally suited to candidates living in Leeds and nearby areas)
£101.40 - £120 per day
8:30am - 3:30pm | Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
About the RoleAre you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their potential?
Milk Education is working with a specialist SEN school in Leeds that supports pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides a structured and supportive environment for students who may have experienced challenges such as trauma, exclusion, or difficulties managing their behaviour.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils to regulate their emotions, re-engage with learning, and build positive relationships. Class sizes are small, allowing you to provide meaningful 1:1 and small group support to students who benefit from additional guidance and structure.
This role would suit individuals who are resilient, patient, and confident building relationships with young people who may present challenging behaviour but have huge potential.
We Particularly Welcome Applications FromThis role attracts people from a range of backgrounds who are confident working with young people, including:
*Sports Coaches who are used to mentoring and motivating young people
*Psychology or Criminology Graduates looking to gain practical SEMH experience
*Youth Workers or Support Workers
*Former Prison Officers or Security Professionals who have experience managing behaviour and maintaining calm environments
*Teaching Assistants or SEN Support Staff
If you have strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm and consistent, your background could be highly valuable in this setting.
Key Responsibilities*Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
*Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour strategies, and social skills
*Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
*Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement
*Support structured routines and positive behaviour strategies
*Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support EHCP and behaviour plans
What We’re Looking For*Experience working with young people, behaviour support, SEMH, or mentoring
*A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Job number 3498213
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Milk Education - The UK’s First Environmentally Friendly Education Recruitment Agency.
Company size: 20–49 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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