Teaching Assistant - SEMH

Make a Real Difference – Teaching Assistants Needed (SEMH Provision)

Location: King’s Lynn & Surrounding Areas
Contract: Full-Time
Term Time Only – No Weekends
Salary: £89.39–£100 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are recruiting full-time Teaching Assistants to join a specialist alternative provision in the King’s Lynn area. This setting supports pupils across Key Stages 1–3 who have EHCPs and require a nurturing, therapeutic environment to help them thrive.

If you’re resilient, compassionate, and eager to make a meaningful impact, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to support children who need consistent, caring adults around them.

⭐ About the Setting

This specialist provision:
• Supports pupils with SEMH, attachment needs, trauma, and challenging behaviours
• Uses a trauma-informed, therapeutic approach
• Offers small class sizes and highly personalised learning
• Works closely with families and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes
• Focuses on building confidence, emotional regulation, and positive relationships

Your Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Use calm, consistent behaviour strategies
• Support emotional regulation and promote resilience
• Assist teachers in creating flexible, engaging learning experiences
• Celebrate progress and encourage independence

What We’re Looking For

• Experience (personal or professional) working with children with SEMH
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• A patient, adaptable, and empathetic approach
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Commitment to supporting vulnerable children to achieve and grow

Why Register With Us?

✅ Competitive daily pay (£89.39–£100)
Access to specialist CPD and training
Dedicated consultant support whenever needed
A chance to make a lasting, positive impact

Apply today and help transform the lives of young people who need support, stability, 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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