Job Description

Are you a passionate and resilient Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a specialist setting? We are recruiting for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex SEMH needs from September.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a supportive and nurturing specialist provision, committed to creating a safe, structured and personalised environment where pupils can thrive both academically and emotionally.

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with complex needs, helping them access learning and regulate behaviour
• Work closely with class teachers and SEN professionals to deliver tailored support strategies
• Support with emotional regulation, engagement and social development
• Implement individual learning and behaviour plans consistently
• Build a strong, trusting relationship to promote confidence and independence

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH/complex mental health needs
• Calm, patient and resilient, with a therapeutic and consistent approach
• Able to support behaviour positively and follow structured routines
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people

• A welcoming and supportive staff team with a shared commitment to pupil progress and wellbeing
• Opportunity to work in a setting focused on raising aspirations and unlocking potential
• Ongoing support and professional development
• Full-time role starting in September (with potential for long-term or permanent placement)

If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can truly impact a pupil's journey, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or call your local Reed office and ask to speak with Sophie Lamont.