SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Immediate Start - Full-Time and Part-Time Roles

An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a unique alternative education provision in Wareham.

This setting supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) as well as additional learning difficulties, providing them with the tools to grow in confidence, resilience and independence.

With four inspiring sites across the area, the provision offers varied learning environments including farms, workshops, classrooms and specialist therapeutic spaces.

Its holistic approach blends academic support with practical and hands-on experiences, helping students reconnect with education in a meaningful way.

The Role

We are seeking flexible and committed Teaching Assistants to join the team on both full-time (Monday to Friday) and part-time contracts.

You will support pupils aged 11 to 16, delivering encouragement in Maths and English while also engaging them in outdoor learning, creative projects and life skills activities.

This role is suited to adaptable individuals who thrive in diverse environments and who are committed to making a lasting difference.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or additional needs

• A flexible, resilient and confident approach in both classroom and outdoor settings

• A full UK driving licence, due to limited public transport and the need to travel between sites

• A genuine passion for helping young people develop academically, socially and emotionally

Why This Provision?
This is an inspiring and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve at their own pace.

The supportive staff team, varied learning spaces and therapeutic ethos make it an exceptional place to work, where staff can see the real impact of their efforts every day.

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel
When you join Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from:

• Competitive daily pay rates

• Weekly pay 

• Access to CPD and professional training opportunities

• Guidance and support from a dedicated recruitment consultant

• Flexibility to choose between full-time or part-time work

• Opportunities to move into longer-term or permanent roles

Apply Today!
If you are enthusiastic about supporting children with SEMH needs and would like to work across diverse and inspiring learning environments in Wareham, we would love to hear from you.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.