SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Multiple Vacancies (Part-Time & Full-Time)
Salisbury | Start September 2025

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We have multiple rewarding vacancies for SEMH Teaching Assistants at a specialist school in Salisbury, catering to students aged 4 to 18.

This role offers both part-time and full-time positions, starting in September 2025, with the possibility to begin earlier if preferred. Working hours are 8.15am to 3pm, Monday to Friday during term time.

A Supportive and Inspiring Specialist Setting

This specialist environment is highly regarded for its nurturing and inclusive approach, welcoming pupils with SEMH needs and additional support requirements such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The school prides itself on:

• Creating a calm, structured, and supportive atmosphere where students can thrive

• Tailored educational programmes focused on personal development and emotional resilience

• Small class sizes ensuring personalised attention and effective learning

• Collaborative multidisciplinary teams including therapists and pastoral staff

• A culture that celebrates progress, no matter how big or small

Your Role as SEMH Teaching Assistant

You will work alongside teachers and support staff to provide personalised learning support and emotional care.

Your duties will include assisting with classroom activities, managing behaviour positively, supporting communication and social skills development, and fostering a safe and encouraging environment.

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel

When you join Teaching Personnel, you gain access to:

• Weekly PAYE payments, ensuring reliable and transparent pay

• Specialist training in SEMH, SEND, behaviour management, and more

• A dedicated consultant to support your professional development and placements

• Flexible part-time and full-time work options to suit your lifestyle

• Opportunities to work in inspiring schools where your work makes a real difference

Apply Today

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact supporting SEMH and SEN students in a specialist setting, apply now. Become part of a passionate team committed to transforming lives through education and care.

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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