SEMH Teaching Assistant - Wakefield

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Wakefield (WF1/WF2)

Daily Rate: £90–£105/day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm

We are recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Wakefield, supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with the passion and resilience to make a real difference.

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.

• Build positive, trusting relationships to encourage engagement in learning.

• Support pupils with behaviour regulation and emotional resilience.

• Work closely with teachers and behaviour mentors to implement strategies.

• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and off-site activities.

• Promote inclusion and help pupils develop social and communication skills.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with young people with challenging behaviour or SEMH (school, youth work, or care background).

• Calm, patient, and resilient approach with strong behaviour management skills.

• Team Teach training (desirable, but can be provided).

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (child or child and adult workforce) or willingness to apply.

• Full-time availability – reliability is key.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive daily pay: £90–£105/day.

• Long-term role with potential for temp-to-perm.

• Ongoing training including Team Teach and safeguarding refreshers.

• The chance to make a life-changing impact for vulnerable young people.

Apply today to join a supportive Wakefield SEMH school and start a fulfilling new role.

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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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