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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Leighton Buzzard - Full Time - Immediate / ASAP Start - £95-£100 per day Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a child's life? Are you available full-time and able to commute to Leighton Buzzard? Tradewind Recruitment are currently working with a supportive and inclusive school in Leighton Buzzard seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant who has experience working with children with SEMH and behaviour that challenges. Experience outside of school is also welcome. This is a temporary role in the first instance. The Role As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs both inside and outside the classroom Build strong, trusting relationships with students to help regulate behaviour and emotions Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to implement behaviour and support plans Deliver targeted interventions and provide 1:1 or small group support Encourage engagement, confidence and resilience in learning The School Welcoming and nurturing environment with strong pastoral support Dedicated leadership team focused on staff development and wellbeing Well-resourced setting committed to inclusive education Easily accessible from Leighton Buzzard and surrounding areas The Ideal Candidate Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEN, or behavioural needs (school, youth work, care or coaching backgrounds welcome) Calm, patient and resilient