SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist School, Full-Time, Term-Time

Pay: £14.35 per hour, including holiday pay - increasing to £130 per day after 12 weeks
Hours: Monday-Friday, 33.75 hours per week
Contract: Long-term temporary, Term-time only
Progression: Opportunity to secure a permanent position

Immediate opportunity - trials and start dates approaching, subject to compliance checks.

Looking for a Rewarding Career Supporting Young People?

Are you a patient, resilient and caring individual who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people?

NextGen Teachers are recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their experience in specialist education, whether you have previous experience in a school, care, youth work or support setting.

You will work alongside an experienced team, receive ongoing support and develop valuable skills in SEMH and SEND education, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent position.

The Role - SEMH Teaching Assistant

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who may face barriers to learning due to their social, emotional or mental health needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional learning needs.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support within the classroom.
• Helping pupils engage with learning, develop confidence and overcome barriers to education.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence.
• Providing calm, consistent support when pupils are experiencing difficulties.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging their social and emotional development.
• Working closely with teachers and the wider support team to create a safe, structured and positive learning environment.

This is a rewarding, hands-on role where your patience, consistency and ability to build positive relationships can make a real difference.

Who We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and helping them reach their potential.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be patient, resilient and genuinely interested in supporting young people.
• Have a calm, reassuring and positive approach.
• Be confident building trusting relationships with pupils.
• Be able to support young people through emotional or behavioural challenges.
• Work well as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Hold GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications.
• Be available to work Monday-Friday during term time.

Previous experience in any of the following roles would be beneficial:

• Teaching Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant
• SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Behaviour Mentor
• Youth Worker
• Support Worker or Residential Support Worker
• Classroom Assistant

Experience in a school is beneficial, but transferable experience from care, support work or youth settings is also highly valued.

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay: £14.35 per hour, including holiday pay.
• Pay increase: £130 per day after 12 weeks.
• Consistent working pattern: Monday-Friday, 33.75 hours per week.
• Term-time only: Enjoy school holidays off.
• Long-term opportunity: Secure consistent work within a specialist school.
• Specialist training: Develop your skills and knowledge in SEMH and SEND education.
• Career progression: Opportunity to move into a permanent position.
• Supportive environment: Work alongside experienced teachers and support staff.

Apply Today

If you are looking for a rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant role where you can develop your experience and make a genuine difference to young people, we would love to hear from you.

Trials and start dates are approaching, so we are keen to speak with suitable candidates as soon as possible.

Apply today or contact Karen or Leah at NextGen Teachers for more information.

Please note: This is a full-time, term-time-only position. All appointments are subject to the successful completion of the required compliance checks.

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