SEMH Teaching Assistant
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SEMH Teaching Assistant
Devizes | Term-Time | September 2025 Start (Early Start Possible)
Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs and behavioural challenges?
A rewarding opportunity awaits at a specialist school in Devizes for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a skilled and supportive team.
This is a part-time role beginning in September 2025, with the option for an early start. Working hours are 8.30am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.
The school supports pupils aged 7 to 16 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as autism spectrum conditions (ASC) and behavioural barriers to learning.
About the School:
Set in a welcoming and well-resourced environment, the school offers:
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A nurturing, pupil-centred approach to education
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Small class sizes and tailored support
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A strong focus on personal development and resilience building
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A collaborative staff team dedicated to transforming young lives
The school promotes a therapeutic, structured, and inclusive setting, where students are encouraged to thrive both emotionally and academically.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Have experience supporting children with SEMH, ASC, or challenging behaviour
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Be calm, consistent, and empathetic in their approach
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Work well as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Be committed to creating a safe and positive learning space
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Hold relevant experience or qualifications (not essential, but desirable)
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:
As an educator through Teaching Personnel, you’ll enjoy:
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A personal recruitment consultant to support your journey
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Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities
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Weekly pay, processed through PAYE
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A choice of roles and schools suited to your expertise and preferences
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The opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils’ lives
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're enthusiastic, resilient, and ready to support pupils who need you most, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a school where every day brings purpose and progress.
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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