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A specialist all-through school in Kings Lynn is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team on a Full time, Term time only basis from September. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly supportive school that provides outstanding facilities, exceptional resources, and long-term career progression opportunities. The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and prides itself on creating an environment where young people can thrive both academically and personally. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop positive relationships, and achieve their full potential. This Full time role offers excellent stability, professional development opportunities, and the chance to build a long-term career within specialist education. Whether you are already working as a SEMH Teaching Assistant or have transferable experience from youth work, behaviour support, mentoring, or managing challenging behaviour, this could be the perfect next step. Why apply?

• Join a specialist all-through school in Kings Lynn with leading facilities and resources
• Start your new role in September
• Full time, Term time only position offering a strong work-life balance
• Excellent training and career development opportunities
• Long-term prospects and potential progression routes within specialist education
• Work alongside experienced professionals committed to improving outcomes for young people with SEMH
• Make a meaningful difference to pupils who need positive role models and consistent support
Daily Duties
• Support pupils with SEMH needs both inside and outside the classroom
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students
• Assist with the delivery of tailored learning activities and interventions
• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Support pupils during lessons, breaktimes, and transitions throughout the school day
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using positive behaviour support techniques
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider school staff
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, confidence, and social development
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
  
  Previous experience working as a SEMH Teaching Assistant is essential
• Strong understanding of SEMH needs and the barriers young people may face
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
• Youth work experience would be highly beneficial
• Experience managing challenging behaviour would be advantageous and considered highly transferable
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach in challenging situations
• Ability to remain professional, consistent, and supportive at all times
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to learn
• Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
• Commitment to promoting positive outcomes and inclusion
Safeguarding Information This role involves regular and direct contact with children and young people within a specialist school environment. The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and will be expected to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils at all times. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and maintain professional boundaries in line with school policies and statutory guidance. Appropriate safeguarding checks will be completed prior to appointment, including an enhanced DBS check and any other checks required for working with children. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a thriving specialist school in Kings Lynn. If you are looking for a Full time, Term time only role starting in September and are passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you.