SEMH Teaching Assistant
Full-time | September 2025 Start | Flexible & Part-time Options Available
Make a Real Difference in Alternative Education
Are you a caring, confident and resilient individual looking to support young people who need it most?
We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to work with students aged 11 to 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a well-respected alternative provision school in the Christchurch area.
This is a flexible role with a full-time start in September 2025, and the option to begin earlier in a part-time or full-time capacity depending on your availability.
A School that Puts Students First
This is a setting where relationships matter and every student is given the opportunity to succeed.
With a therapeutic approach to behaviour and learning, the school supports young people who have struggled in mainstream education.
Small class sizes, a calm environment and a focus on individual development create the ideal setting for pupils to grow in confidence, re-engage with learning and feel truly understood.
The staff team is skilled, supportive and passionate about creating positive outcomes for all.
Your Role as a Teaching Assistant
You will work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to support students academically, socially and emotionally.
Your responsibilities will include classroom support, delivering small group interventions, managing behaviour with consistency and empathy, and encouraging the development of positive relationships.
No two days are the same, but every day brings the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
Joining Teaching Personnel means you’ll have access to weekly PAYE pay, a dedicated consultant who understands your goals, and a wide range of free and discounted CPD courses including Team Teach, Autism Awareness and Safeguarding.
Whether you’re experienced in SEN settings or new to education, we’ll support your professional growth every step of the way.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
If you’re committed to helping students succeed in a supportive, inclusive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Take the next step in your education career and help change lives through meaningful connection and purpose.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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