SEMH Support Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference SEMHSA_1792062008
Closing date November 14, 2026
Location Wakefield, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEMH Support Assistant

Veritas Education | SEN Schools | Ages 4-19

Veritas Education are working with a number of specialist SEN settings across the Wakefield area who are looking to recruit SEMH Support Assistants and Behaviour Mentors. Both temporary and full-time opportunities are available for passionate individuals looking to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

The Role

Support pupils aged 4-19 with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, autism and other learning difficulties, alongside challenging behaviour and complex emotional needs. As an SEMH Support Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils access education, develop emotional regulation and build positive relationships within a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support pupils with SEMH needs, emotional regulation and behavioural challenges.

  • Implement positive behaviour strategies, distraction techniques and de-escalation approaches.

  • Provide one-to-one support and lead small-group activities across lessons and personal development sessions.

  • Encourage engagement in learning, sensory activities and life-skills development.

  • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate boundaries.

  • Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of learners across different age groups.

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, healthcare professionals, mental health specialists and senior leadership teams.

  • Help maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

    • Requirements

  • Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural or additional learning needs.

  • Confidence managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.

  • Knowledge of positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.

  • Strong communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills.

  • A patient, resilient and empathetic approach.

  • Flexibility to work across different classrooms and age groups.

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one where appropriate.

    • Why Choose Veritas Education:

  • Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
  • Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
  • A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
  • An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

    • For further information, please contact

    Hannah Gartshore - hgartshore@veritas-education.com

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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