SEMH Teaching Assistant

ABC Teachers is seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join a dynamic Secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Redditch. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support young people who may have experienced exclusion, trauma, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs About the role You will play a key role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment. You will build trusted relationships and help pupils overcome barriers to learning through consistent, calm, and trauma-informed support. Key responsibilities include: Supporting learners aged 11–16 who may present with challenging behaviour or complex emotional needs Supporting de-escalation using restorative and therapeutic approaches Promoting emotional regulation, confidence, and self-esteem in a nurturing environment 🌱 Working closely with pastoral teams, counsellors, and external agencies to ensure holistic support About the school The PRU is a secondary alternative provision in Redditch, offering a flexible and supportive educational setting for pupils who find mainstream education challenging. The provision: Works closely with schools, families, and pupils to deliver personalised pathways that promote rapid progress and re-engagement Offers small class sizes, tailored interventions, and a highly skilled staff team Provides a safe, structured environment where pupils can rebuild confidence and develop essential academic and social skills Supports reintegration into mainstream education or successful transitions into further education, training, or employment The school’s ethos is rooted in relationship-led practice, recognising each pupil’s individual circumstances and supporting meaningful, long-term change ❤️. Requirements To be considered for the role of SEMH Teaching Assistant you will: Calm, resilient, and confident in challenging situationsEmpathetic, patient, and able to build strong, positive relationshipsA strong team player with excellent communication skills 🗣️Passionate about giving young people a second chanceAble to provide suitable references and obtain an enhanced DBS check ✅ Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are: Experience in SEND Setting ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About ABC Teachers ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What ABC Teachers offer As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. ABC Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.