SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant (Graduate Role) – Temp to Perm
Norwich, Norfolk

Start your career in education and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for mental health, child development, or education? Do you want to build a rewarding career supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are working with a specialist SEMH school in Norwich, Norfolk, offering a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and purpose-driven environment.

This is more than just a role, it’s a pathway into the world of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), where every day brings the chance to positively influence a young person’s life.

The Opportunity
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting students aged 5–16 with additional needs. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff, you’ll help create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where students can thrive both academically and emotionally.

This role offers you the opportunity to:
Gain practical experience in a specialist SEMH setting
Build meaningful relationships with students and support their development
Work within a highly supportive, close-knit school community
Develop skills in behaviour management and trauma-informed practice
Progress into long-term or permanent roles within SEND education

Your Key Responsibilities
Support students with SEMH needs in both academic and emotional development
Build positive, trusting relationships to help students feel safe and regulated
Assist in delivering personalised lesson plans and targeted interventions
Promote positive behaviour strategies and reduce reliance on restrictive interventions
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and specialists to provide consistent support
Contribute to a structured, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

What We’re Looking For
A recent degree in Psychology, Education, Social Sciences, or a related field
A genuine interest in supporting children with emotional and behavioural challenges
Patience, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A willingness to learn, reflect, and grow professionally
Experience working or volunteering with children is desirable but not essential

Why Join Us?
We are committed to helping graduates build meaningful careers in education by placing them in environments where they can truly make a difference.

When you join, you’ll benefit from:
Competitive hourly pay (£14.30 – £16, depending on experience)
Monday to Friday working hours (08:30 – 15:30) for work-life balance
Access to over 20 free CPD training courses, including behaviour management and trauma-informed practice
Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities to transition into permanent roles
A welcoming, family-oriented school culture where every staff member is valued

Safeguarding Commitment
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, safeguarding training, and thorough reference checks.

Apply Now
Take the first step toward a fulfilling career as an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Norwich, Norfolk. Gain invaluable experience, develop your skills, and help transform the lives of young people who need it most.

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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