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SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist
Full-time | Term-Time Only | ASAP Start
£89 – £105 per day
Location: Tewkesbury
Are you a driven, resilient and passionate graduate looking to build a career in psychology, mental health, or specialist education? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly supportive alternative provision in Tewkesbury, working with young people who require a therapeutic and nurturing approach to learning.
Thisrole is ideal for aspiring Clinical, Educational or Forensic Psychologists seeking hands-on, impactful experience within a trauma-informed and relationship-focused environment in Tewkesbury.
The Role – SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges and additional learning difficulties
- Implement positive behaviour strategies, de-escalation techniques and emotional regulation support
- Build strong, trusting relationships to promote engagement, resilience and confidence
- Support reintegration pathways into mainstream or further education settings
- Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary, trauma-informed team in Tewkesbury
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive and therapeutic learning environment
Why Apply?
- Outstanding opportunity for aspiring psychologists, therapists or counsellors
- Gain invaluable experience in SEMH, trauma-informed practice and behaviour intervention
- Work within a highly supportive, specialist setting
- Excellent staff-to-student ratios allowing meaningful impact
- Develop key skills in behaviour management, safeguarding and pastoral support
- A strong career pathway into psychology, mental health and specialist education roles
Ideal Candidate for SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist
We are looking for individuals who are:
- A Psychology Graduate or hold a related degree (desirable)
- Experienced in youth work, support work or SEN settings (advantageous)
- Passionate about mental health, SEN and behaviour support
- Resilient, proactive and emotionally intelligent
- Confident using behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
- Committed to making a real difference
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and gain hands-on experience as an SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist in Tewkesbury, apply now by submitting your CV.
SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist
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