SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job description
Do you have a passion for supporting young people who face barriers to learning?
We’re looking for a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision in New Milton, working with students aged 11–16 who have social, emotional, and mental health needs.
This innovative setting offers a therapeutic, student-centred approach to education.
Pupils are supported in small classes with personalised learning plans, helping them re-engage with education and build confidence for the future.
The school’s strong focus on wellbeing, behaviour support, and relationships creates a truly transformative environment—for both students and staff.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
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Supporting students with SEMH and behavioural challenges
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Promoting emotional regulation, resilience, and engagement
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Assisting in the delivery of a flexible and tailored curriculum
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Building strong, positive relationships with students and staff
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Encouraging social skills, self-confidence and independence
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Contributing to a calm, safe and inclusive learning space
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience working with SEMH or in an alternative provision (desirable)
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A calm, consistent and empathetic approach to behaviour support
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A genuine passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable young people
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Teamwork, flexibility, and a willingness to learn
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
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Competitive weekly pay
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Access to accredited CPD including Team Teach, Autism Awareness & more
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Personalised career support from your dedicated consultant
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User-friendly portal to manage bookings and timesheets
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Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be a positive force in a young person’s life. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and be part of something truly rewarding.
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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