Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Wareham

Salary: £13.75 an hour

Start Date: January 2026

SEN Teaching Assistant – Opportunities via Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs?

If you answered yes, then this job opportunity for an SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant may be for you! An Alternative Education Provision School in Wareham is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging in the ages 8-18 years old, with various SEN and behavioural difficulties such as:

• Complex and persistent SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
• SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), including:

-          Autism Spectrum Condition

-          Speech, language and communication needs

-          Anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges

-          Pupils may also be awaiting CAMHS assessment/treatment or have experienced self-harm.

-          Many have struggled to engage with mainstream education due to social, emotional, or sensory challenges

Who We Are Looking For:

• Applicant must be comfortable working in a PRU / Alternative Provision setting
• A patient, resilient, innovative and caring individual with a compassionate approach to supporting young people
• SEMH experience in or out of an educational setting
• SEN(D) experience in or out of an educational setting
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time
• Monday-Friday = 08:30 – 15:00
• Access to over 10 SEN training courses which are free of charge, plus plenty more with a generous discount!
• 12.07% Holiday Pay
• Please note, this role is Term-Time Only

About Us:

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of SEN(D) schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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