SEMH Teaching Assistant required

Step Into a Role Where You Truly Matter | Norwich

Are you motivated by challenge and looking for a role where no two days are the same? Do you bring confidence, resilience, and calm authority to high-pressure situations? If you’re driven to make a real difference for young people who need strong, consistent role models, this could be the opportunity for you.

We’re recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in fast-paced, high-need school within the Norwich area. These settings support pupils with a wide range of learning, social, and behavioural needs and rely on dependable adults who can provide structure, consistency, and positive support.

Driving is essential
You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle, as the location of placements may change and travel between schools may be required at short notice.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Supporting pupils with complex academic, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Assisting with literacy, numeracy, and classroom-based activities
• Managing challenging behaviour using calm communication and clear boundaries
• Creating a safe, purposeful, and well-structured learning environment

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is confident in high-energy, high-pressure school settings
• Has strong behaviour management skills and classroom presence
• Remains calm, solution-focused, and resilient
• Is flexible, reliable, and proactive
• Builds positive, respectful relationships with pupils and staff

What You’ll Get in Return:

• Access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy, including accredited training
• Competitive weekly pay, based on experience and performance
• Easy-to-use online systems for timesheets and communication
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands the role

We have got a school that offers a high-quality education for pupils in Reception to Year 11 (ages 5–16) who do not have a mainstream school place. They deliver strong local provision rooted in the communities that they serve. Their pupils are at the heart of their work, and they believe that every child is capable of great things and entitled to an excellent education.

Their aim is to achieve excellence in attendance, behaviour, and curriculum, preparing pupils to become resilient, resourceful, and socially successful adults. The curriculum encompasses all planned learning experiences—formal and informal—including subject learning, school culture, and extracurricular activities.

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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