SEMH Practitioner – March

DATE POSTED

Subject

Emotional & Mental Health

Job Branch & Location

Cambridgeshire - Ely

Job Setting & Role

SEND & SEMH - Support
Supply
£95 - £120 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

A specialist setting in March is looking for a full-time SEMH Practitioner to start ASAP. The provision supports pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, focusing on building resilience, improving behaviour, and re-engaging learners through structured, nurturing support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver targeted support for pupils with SEMH needs, both in and out of the classroom.
  • Support learning by adapting tasks, encouraging engagement, and reinforcing positive behaviours.
  • Use strategies to manage behaviour, support emotional regulation, and de-escalate challenging situations.
  • Build positive relationships to help pupils feel secure, understood, and motivated to learn.

Pre-requisites:

  • Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
  • Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and emotional support strategies.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and resilience in challenging environments.
  • Relevant qualifications or experience in education, youth work, or care settings.
Job Reference: JT25HL154635

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Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

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