Job Description:

SEMH Teaching Assistant

• Location: Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21
• Weekly Pay: £500-£525
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Long-Term

Long Term Futures are seeking a confident, compassionate and experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a well-established junior school in Rugby, CV21.

This is a full-time role supporting pupils across Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6) with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviour and additional learning needs.

You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils develop emotional regulation, manage challenging situations and build positive relationships. The successful candidate will have strong behavioural experience and be confident using consistent routines, positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to help pupils engage with learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 SEMH and behavioural support across KS2
• Support pupils with emotional dysregulation, challenging behaviour and additional SEN needs
• Recognise behavioural triggers and use appropriate de-escalation strategies
• Establish clear boundaries, structured routines and consistent expectations
• Help pupils develop emotional awareness, resilience and self-regulation
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions focused on social and emotional development
• Support pupils with transitions, classroom routines and engagement with learning
• Use nurture-based and relationship-focused approaches to build trust
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and social interaction
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD and communication needs where appropriate
• Work towards individual behaviour plans, support targets and EHCP outcomes
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and pastoral support staff

What the School is Looking For

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviour
• Strong 1:1 SEN or behavioural support experience
• Experience working with pupils across KS2
• Confidence managing emotional dysregulation and behavioural challenges
• Good understanding of positive behaviour management and de-escalation
• Experience using nurture-based, trauma-informed or attachment-aware approaches would be beneficial
• Knowledge of emotional regulation interventions and restorative approaches
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and additional needs would be advantageous
• Team Teach or other recognised positive behaviour support training would be beneficial
• A calm, resilient and consistent approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Available to start ASAP

About the School

• Well-established four-form entry junior school in Rugby, CV21
• Supports pupils across Years 3-6
• Strong focus on emotional wellbeing, inclusion and positive relationships
• Uses the THRIVE approach, with trained practitioners supporting pupils' social and emotional development
• Dedicated pupil and family support staff providing pastoral support and early intervention
• Additional specialist SEND provision for pupils with Autism and communication needs
• Experienced Teaching Assistants delivering targeted interventions and therapeutic activities
• Access to outdoor learning, Forest School and wellbeing-focused spaces, including a Zen Garden
• Broad and engaging curriculum with opportunities across sport, PSHE and outdoor education
• Supportive staff team committed to helping every pupil develop confidence, resilience and independence

Please submit your application via the application page.
All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.
Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.