SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Title:andnbsp;SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location:andnbsp;Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Start Date:andnbsp;September 2025

Contract Type:andnbsp;Full-time - Term Time Only

Salary:andnbsp;andpound;90 - andpound;120 per day (dependent on experience)

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

A caring and inclusive primary school inandnbsp;Milton Keynesandnbsp;is looking for a compassionate and committedandnbsp;SEMH Teaching Assistantandnbsp;to join their team this September. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for supporting children withandnbsp;social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH)andnbsp;needs.

You''ll work closely with pupils who require extra support to manage emotions, build resilience, and fully engage with their learning - both on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.

What You''ll Be Doing:

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  Supporting pupils with SEMH needs in class and through targeted interventions

  
  



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  Assisting in the delivery of personalised learning plans

  
  



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  Helping pupils develop emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

  
  



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  Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to create a safe and nurturing environment

  
  



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  Collaborating with teaching staff, the SENCO, parents, and external agencies

  
  



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  Contributing to the review and implementation of behaviour and support plans

  
  

What We''re Looking For:

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  Experience working with children with SEMH and/or SEN (highly desirable)

  
  



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  Confident in managing challenging behaviour with effective de-escalation techniques

  
  



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  Calm, empathetic, and resilient when supporting emotional needs

  
  



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  A positive, proactive attitude and a strong team player

  
  



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  An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

  
  



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  Additional training such as Team