SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Candidates with the following are fast-tracked for interview...

• Full Enhanced DBS Certificate, valid on the Update Service
• Experience supporting SEMH pupils
• Located, or reliably commutable to Milton Keynes

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist inclusive school. The school provides a tailored learning environment designed to aid students overcome barriers, build resilience, and achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support individual students and small groups to maximise learning and achievement.
• Assist in delivering lessons, interventions, and off-site activities.
• Promote positive behaviour by consistently implementing the school's behaviour policy.
• Work closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure strong communication and progress.
• Encourage student independence, confidence, and engagement with the curriculum.

The school is a nurturing and structured setting in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, specialising in supporting students with SEMH needs, including additional challenges such as ASC and ADHD. Staff are committed to safeguarding and to creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring place to learn. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team who are passionate about transforming and developing young minds.

• Experience of working with SEMH Pupils (e.g. - disengaged or vulnerable students).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships quickly.
• Resilience, patience, and the ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively.
• A team-oriented approach and flexibility to support school needs.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.

• A supportive, professional team environment, including tailored support from Charlie, your Tradewind Education Consultant, with over 10+ years experience within the education sector.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities, including in-house CPD and FREE Access to over 2500 Courses, Resources and Webinars via The National College.
• PAYE - Holiday and Pension Schemes Available
• The chance to directly impact the lives of young people in a meaningful way!

If you are motivated to make a real difference as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, apply today and help shape brighter futures by contacting Charlie at Tradewind at or with your updated CV and cover letter to .

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