SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people who face emotional and behavioural challenges? Do you believe in the power of patience, empathy, and trauma-informed care? If so, we want to hear from you.

We’re looking for nurturing, resilient, and proactive individuals to work on a casual, ad-hoc basis in specialist education settings in the Norwich area. This role is ideal for those with an interest in behaviour support, dysregulation, and trauma-informed practices, and who are ready to make a meaningful difference—one relationship at a time.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Help manage challenging behaviour with empathy and consistency
• Build trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma
• Support the class team in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment

• Casual/supply work to cover staff absence and support school growth
• Minimum 2 days availability per week
• Full-day shifts only: 08:30 – 15:30
• Work available Monday to Friday, term time only
• Opportunities for longer-term placements for the right candidates

• Calm, compassionate, and emotionally intelligent
• Genuinely interested in SEMH, trauma-informed approaches, and inclusive education
• Able to stay grounded and positive in the face of challenging behaviour
• Experience is a bonus, but attitude and commitment are everything

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be a steady, supportive presence in a young person’s life.

Ready to take the first step? Apply now to speak with Sophie Lamont, your local SEND consultant!