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Inclusion Support Teaching Assistant
SEMH Support Worker / Teaching Assistant
Salary: £22,600-£23,738 | Term-Time Only | Full-Time- Monday-Friday
Start Date: ASAP (subject to notice period)
Location: Huddersfield
NextGen Teachers are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and forward-thinking school in Huddersfield. These roles are ideal for individuals who are compassionate, resilient, and committed to supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
You will play a vital role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, regulate emotions, and develop essential life and social skills.
Your Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH and complex needs
Assist with behaviour regulation, de-escalation, and pastoral support
Help pupils access lessons, engage with learning, and make progress
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents/carers
Promote a calm, safe and nurturing environment for all learners
What We're Looking For
Experience working with SEMH, SEND, or behaviour needs (education, youth work, care or similar)
- Recent classroom experience
GCSEs in Maths & English (or equivalent)
Level 3 qualification (preferred)
DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to process one)
Full UK driving licence and access to a car
Patient, proactive, reliable and able to start ASAP (subject to notice)
What You'll Receive
Annual salary: £22,600-£23,738
Term-time working within a supportive and experienced team
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
A rewarding role where you genuinely make a difference every day
Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.
