Job Description

Secondary SEND Provision | Ages 11–16 | SEMH Focus

Do you have the resilience and confidence to support young people who need strong, consistent role models?

A secondary alternative provision in Bideford is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support students aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The setting supports pupils who may have experienced trauma, anxiety or barriers to mainstream education. Behaviour management skills and a firm but fair approach are essential.

Responsibilities:

Supporting pupils with emotional regulation

Assisting in small-group academic sessions

Implementing behaviour support plans

Building positive, professional relationships

Requirements:

Experience in SEMH, youth work, or behaviour support

Strong de-escalation skills

Confident, consistent and calm manner

School-based experience preferred

Pay: £92.63 - £105.36 per day

Interested?

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