SEMH Support Teaching Assistant - Mental Health Experience

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire Contract: Full-time / Part-time (term-time only options available) Start Date: ASAP

Role Overview

We are looking to appoint a committed and empathetic SEMH Support Teaching Assistant to join our specialist school in the Corby area. This role is well suited to individuals with a background or strong interest in mental health who are motivated to support children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.

You will play a key role in supporting pupils to manage their emotions, behaviour, and engagement with learning, working as part of a multidisciplinary team in a nurturing and structured environment.

Key Duties

Deliver targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs

Support pupils with emotional regulation, wellbeing, and behaviour throughout the school day

Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to promote positive outcomes

Help pupils access learning through adapted activities and encouragement

Develop positive, consistent relationships with pupils

Work closely with teaching staff, SEN professionals, and pastoral teams

Support pupils' social skills and resilience in and out of the classroom

Person Specification

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Experience supporting children or young people with mental health or SEMH needs

Background in areas such ...