SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Handsworth, Birmingham B20
Day Rate: £105 - 115
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Contract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in B20 is looking for a skilled SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil in Key Stage 2. The child has social, emotional and mental health needs linked to Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and requires a consistent, trusting adult to help reduce anxiety and support reintegration into classroom learning.

You'll work closely with the school's SENCO and external professionals to deliver a flexible, low-demand approach that promotes emotional regulation and gradual re-engagement with peers and curriculum tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily 1:1 support for a pupil with SEMH needs
• Build a trusting, low-pressure relationship to reduce avoidance behaviours
• Use tailored strategies and visual tools to support emotional regulation
• Work collaboratively with the SENCO and professionals to monitor progress
• Support a phased reintegration into the classroom environment

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience supporting pupils with SEMH, especially PDA or high-anxiety needs
• Calm, consistent, and empathetic approach
• Skilled in de-escalation and building pupil trust
• Able to work flexibly and respond to individual needs
• School-based SEN or SEMH support experience is essential

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.
• No day-to-day supply - full-time consistency in one school.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.
• Access to free CPD training, including Understanding Autism, Behaviour Management, and further professional development/refreshers.

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process

1. Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
2. Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
3. Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
4. Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.

All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references to be considered for a trial day.