Behaviour Support TA

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - SEMH / SEND School (Primary and Secondary)Kent area 95- 115 per day (depending on experience) Full-time, term time onlyAre you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?Do you thrive in dynamic environments where every day brings a new challenge and the chance to make a real difference?We are working with a specialist SEMH school catering for pupils aged 5-16 (Primary to Year 11) who require additional support with their social, emotional, and behavioural development. The school offers a nurturing, inclusive environment designed to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and build confidence both in and out of the classroom.The RoleAs a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you''ll be part of the school''s dedicated pastoral and support team.This is not a classroom-based role - you''ll move throughout the school, responding to situations as they arise and supporting pupils and staff to maintain a calm and positive learning environment.Your responsibilities will include:Providing on-the-spot support to pupils displaying challenging behaviour.Using de-escalation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to promote positive outcomes.Building trusting relationships with pupils to help them re-engage with learning.Assisting in the implementation of behaviour support plans and safeguarding procedures.On occasion, using positive handling techniques (with full training provided) to ..... full job details .....