SEMH Teaching Assistant

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic and nurturing educational setting supporting children and young people aged 3 to 18. This is a full-time role with an immediate start, offering opportunities across primary and secondary age groups within a setting that places wellbeing, structure and personal development at the heart of learning.The provision supports students with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them to build confidence, resilience and positive relationships through a highly supportive and inclusive approach. Working hours are typically 8.430am to 3.30pm, with some weekday end times varying.

Why This Setting Stands Out

• A caring, inclusive and child-centred environment

• Strong focus on emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour

• Small class sizes allowing meaningful one-to-one support

• Experienced leadership team and collaborative staff culture

• A setting that truly values and invests in its staff

Your Role

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom

• Provide consistent, calm and positive behaviour support

• Help students regulate emotions and engage with learning

• Build trusting relationships with children and young people

• Work closely with teachers and support professionals

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 6 months of childcare experience, especially supporting children or young people with SEN

• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach

• Confident supporting challenging behaviour

• Driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the school’s location

• Commitment to full-time work and safeguarding standards

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay of £13.75 per hour

• Dedicated education consultant

• Free CPD and SEN-focused training

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

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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