SEMH Teaching Assistant
Blandford Forum | September 2025 Start| Term-Time
Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs?
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work across a group of specialist educational settings in Blandford Forum, offering a supportive and tailored approach to students aged 3 to 19.
This part-time role begins in September 2025, with potential to start earlier. Flexibility is available for full-time capacity, with working hours of 8.30am – 4pm, Monday to Friday during term time.
Both primary and secondary placements are available.
About the Settings:
These well-regarded schools and alternative provisions offer:
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A highly supportive, therapeutic environment for pupils with SEMH and complex needs
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Small class sizes with personalised approaches to learning and behaviour support
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A curriculum tailored to social development, academic progress, and emotional wellbeing
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A focus on building resilience, communication skills, and independence
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Welcoming and collaborative teams who value the individual strengths of every staff member
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Have experience working with young people with SEMH, autism, or behavioural needs
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Be calm, compassionate, and confident in building trusting relationships
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Be able to adapt and respond to a variety of student needs
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Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Hold experience or qualifications relevant to SEN (desirable but not essential)
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
As an educator with Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from:
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A dedicated recruitment consultant supporting your journey
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Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden fees
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Access to CPD, safeguarding and specialist SEN training
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Flexible placements that suit your availability and strengths
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Opportunities to make a long-term difference in rewarding educational environments
If you’re enthusiastic about supporting SEMH learners and want to be part of a team that genuinely changes lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today to start a fulfilling new chapter supporting students across a variety of inclusive and empowering educational settings in Blandford Forum.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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