Job Title:Teaching Assistant (SEMH)Pay Rate:£107 per dayLocation:NewburyHours:Full-Time (40 hours)Fixed-term / Supply (with potential for ongoing work)Smart Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within an educational setting in Newbury. This role is suited to a resilient, compassionate professional with strong behaviour management skills and a trauma-informed approach.You will play a key role in supporting pupils to regulate emotions, engage in learning, and develop positive behaviours through consistent, targeted interventions.Benefits of Working as a Teaching Assistant:• Make a meaningful impact supporting pupils with SEMH needs• Deliver behaviour and pastoral support interventions• Work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team• Gain valuable experience in trauma-informed and therapeutic practice• Ongoing support and guidance from Smart EducationJob Requirements:• Minimum of 2 years'' experience working with children or young people with SEN, specifically SEMH• Experience supporting Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), IEPs, and risk assessments• Knowledge of positive handling, de-escalation strategies, and trauma-informed approaches• Counselling or therapeutic qualifications desirable• High levels of resilience, patience, and emotional intelligence• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable pupils• Enhanced Child/Adult DBS on the Update Service• Valid ..... full job details .....