Job Description

SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist

Full-time Term-Time Only September Start£105 - £120 per day

Location: Lambeth

Are you a driven, resilient and passionate graduate looking to build a career in psychology, mental health, or specialist education? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly supportive alternative provision in Lambeth, working with young people who require a therapeutic and nurturing approach to learning.

This role is ideal for aspiring Clinical, Educational or Forensic Psychologists seeking hands-on, impactful experience within a trauma-informed and relationship-focused environment in Lambeth.

The Role - SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges and additional learning difficulties
• Implement positive behaviour strategies, de-escalation techniques and emotional regulation support
• Build strong, trusting relationships to promote engagement, resilience and confidence
• Support reintegration pathways into mainstream or further education settings
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary, trauma-informed team in Lambeth
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and therapeutic learning environment

Why Apply?

• Outstanding opportunity for aspiring psychologists, therapists or counsellors
• Gain invaluable experience in SEMH, trauma-informed practice and behaviour intervention
• Work within a highly supportive, specialist setting
• Excellent staff-to-student ratios allowing meaningful impact
• Develop key skills in behaviour management, safeguarding and pastoral support
• A strong career pathway into psychology, mental health and specialist education roles

Ideal Candidate for SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist

We are looking for individuals who are:

• A Psychology Graduate or hold a related degree (desirable)
• Experienced in youth work, support work or SEN settings (advantageous)
• Passionate about mental health, SEN and behaviour support
• Resilient, proactive and emotionally intelligent
• Confident using behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Committed to making a real difference

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and gain hands-on experience as an SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist in Lambeth, apply now by submitting your CV.

SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist