SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN School Cranbrook Full Time September StartLocation: Cranbrook, KentSalary: £25,185–£26,402 FTE Actual salary approximately £22,121, based on Grade 4,SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN School Cranbrook Full Time September StartLocation: Cranbrook, KentSalary: £25,185–£26,402 FTE Actual salary approximately £22,121, based on Grade 4, Point 9Start Date: September 2026Contract: Full TimeDo you have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a real difference in the liv…
We are working with a structured secondary school in Sidcup, Bexley looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. This is a long-term role starting in September 2026, with strong potential to continue across the academic year. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries, calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust, man…
We are working with a structured secondary school in Sidcup, Bexley looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. This is a long-term role starting in September 2026, with strong potential to continue across the academic year. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries, calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust, man…
We are working with a structured secondary school in Edmonton, Enfield looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. This is a permanent position starting in September 2026. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries, calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust, manage behaviour professionally and work alongside exper…
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Runcorn Start Date: ASAP Salary: £95 - £115 per day Are you a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant with experience supporting Key Stage 3 students? Do you have the skills to manage challenging behaviour and support students with social, emotional and mental health needs? Are you looking for a rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant role on a long-term maternity cover basis? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist provision in Runcorn, supportin…
We are working with a structured secondary school in Angel, Islington looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. This is a long-term role starting in September 2026, with strong potential to continue across the academic year. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries, calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust, m…
We are working with a structured secondary school in Tolworth, Kingston upon Thames looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. This is a permanent position starting in September 2026. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries, calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust, manage behaviour professionally and work al…
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEMH School Location: Sheffield City Centre Salary: £95-£120 per day Contract: Full-time | Long-term | September Start Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded specialist SEMH school in Sheffield City Centre for a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team supporting children and young people aged 7-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Every pu…
SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Kings Norton
Location: Kings Norton
Hours: Full-time/Part-time
Contract: Long-term/Permanent/Temporary
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We are looking for a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 11 to 16 with a range of complex needs, including Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, and related behavioural needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team in a specialist setting in Kings Norton, where every day is different, and every small success counts.
About the Role:
* Provide individualised support to pupils with SEMH and ASD, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions.
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
* Assist in implementing behaviour support plans and emotional regulation strategies.
* Support the development of social skills, confidence, and independence in young learners.
Requirements:
* Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, autism, or behavioural needs.
* A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to supporting challenging behaviours.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* A proactive, flexible mindset and a genuine desire to support vulnerable young people.
Desirable:
* Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or mental health (e.g. CACHE, Level 2/3 TA, Team Teach, etc.).
* Experience working in an SEN or alternative provision environment.
* Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and emotional regulation strategies. Apply now or contact us for more information about this rewarding opportunity. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEMH School Location: Sheffield City Centre Salary: £95-£120 per day Contract: Full-time | Long-term | September Start Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded specialist SEMH school in Sheffield City Centre for a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant . This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team supporting children and young people aged 7-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs . Every …
We are working with a structured secondary school in Wandsworth looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries, calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust, manage behaviour professionally and work alongside experienced staff. What the role involves: - Supporting pupils with S…
We are working with a structured secondary school in Harrow looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries, calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust, manage behaviour professionally and work alongside experienced staff. What the role involves: - Supporting pupils with SEMH,…
Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Worcester Start Date: September Salary: £95 - £110 per day Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the resilience and patience to help students overcome barriers to learning? Can you build positive relationships and create a safe, engaging learning environment? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a supportive Alternative Provision in Worcester that is committed to helping young people re-engage with education. The setting has a small, dedicated team who are passionate about creating a positive learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential. The school is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis for a minimum of two months, starting in September. The successful Teaching Assistant will support students aged 11 to 16 with SEMH needs, working closely with experienced teaching staff to manage challenging behaviour, build positive relationships and help pupils overcome barriers to learning through a calm and consistent approach. The successful Teaching Assistant will have: • Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or additional needs
• Previous experience within an Alternative Provision, PRU or similar educational setting is desirable
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, resilient and positive attitude
• The ability to manage challenging behaviour confidently and consistently
• A Teaching Assistant qualification is not essential, but relevant experience is highly valued In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
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Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH) Prospero Teaching are working with a 'Good' Ofsted rated SEN School based in Southampton recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH). The school is a nurturing and inclusive specialist setting for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Relational practice and trauma-informed approaches are at the heart of everything they do, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, understood and supported. The school believes that children thrive when their individual needs are recognised and met through positive relationships, consistency and a caring, child-centred approach. The School are looking for individuals that are supportive, non-judgemental, patient, easy to talk to, positive and flexible. You must be able to speak to pupils in a manner which encourages and supports them, enabling you to build trusting relationships. Previous experience of working with young people is desirable. Experience with autistic children and those with social communication difficulties would be an advantage. Applications are welcomed from experienced Teaching Assistants, as well as candidates with Preschool or EYFS experience. A team player with patience, understanding and a willingness to develop is essential. Working hours are 08.30am - 15.30pm Contract Details: Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Position: Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
Start date: September 2026
Contract type: Long Term / Permanent
Duration / Likely Duration: Temp-To-Perm
Full time/part time: Full Time
Minimum rate of pay: £14.66 per hourExperience: Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, Autism, ADHD, attachment needs or other additional needs.
Experience working within a Primary, SEN, Alternative Provision, EYFS, childcare, residential care or similar setting.
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships and support pupils who may present with emotional, behavioural or communication difficulties.
Confident using a calm, nurturing and consistent approach to support emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals.
Patient, resilient and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.Qualifications GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Health & Social Care, or equivalent qualification (desirable).
Degree-level qualification in Education, Psychology, Childhood Studies or a related field (desirable).
Additional training or qualifications relating to SEND, Autism, SEMH or Behaviour Support would be advantageous.To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must: Hold Right to Work in the UK.
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
Provide two professional child-related referencesProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management.
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The opportunity to work within a supportive, child-centred school committed to helping every pupil reach their full potentialIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. If you are a Teaching Assistant and would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV or get in touch on (phone number removed). If you know someone who would be interested in this or other positions, check out our Refer a Friend Scheme. We pay GBP150 for every successful referral