About the role:
Justteachers is seeking a full-time Therapeutic Support Assistant to join a specialist provision near Oakham starting in September 2026 on a long-term, temporary basis.
The setting supports pupils with a range of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, alongside associated behavioural and communication difficulties. The provision takes a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to education, focusing on emotional regulation, relationship-building and personalised support in line with EHCPs.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils’ wellbeing and engagement, working within a structured, supportive environment that prioritises consistency, routine and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group therapeutic support to pupils with SEMH needs
- Support pupils with emotional regulation using trauma-informed approaches
- Build strong, trusting relationships to promote engagement and wellbeing
- Implement behaviour and therapeutic support strategies consistently
- Work closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams
- Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times of the school day
- Promote routine, structure and positive coping strategies
- Monitor and record pupil progress, wellbeing and behaviour
Pre-requisites:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or trauma-related needs (school, care or similar setting desirable)
- A calm, patient and emotionally resilient approach
- Understanding of therapeutic or trauma-informed practices
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to remain consistent and adaptable in a specialist setting
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Right to work in the UK
Pay: £104.00-£125.00 per day
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
