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SEMH Support Assistant New


Supply Desk

£85 - 100 per day

Portsmouth

Permanent | Full Time

28/05/2026

No

Location: Portsmouth
Hours: Full-time
Start: ASAP
Pay: £85 – £100 per day

Do you have experience supporting young people with SEMH needs?
Are you calm, resilient and passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning?

We are recruiting SEMH Support Assistants to work within specialist settings across Portsmouth.

• Supporting students with SEMH needs
• Assisting with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
• Building positive relationships with pupils
• Supporting classroom engagement and wellbeing
• Promoting a safe and nurturing learning environment

• Have experience working with children or vulnerable young people
• Be patient, resilient and adaptable
• Have strong behaviour management skills
• Be passionate about inclusion and support
• Work effectively as part of a team

• Rewarding and meaningful work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Specialist CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support
• Flexible opportunities available

Click Apply to make a real difference.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.