We are working with a structured secondary school in Barking, Barking and Dagenham 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 alo…
SEMH Learning Support Assistant | September Start Colchester , Hertfordshire | Full-Time | Term Time Only The Right Person Can Change a Child's Story. Some children don't just need support with learning—they need someone who believes in them. Someone who can see beyond the behaviour, build trust, celebrate the small wins, and help them realise what they're capable of. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. An exceptional SEMH school in Colchester is looking for a passionate, resilient, and caring SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join its incredible team this September. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people while building a rewarding career in a school that is committed to developing both its pupils and its staff. Why Join This School? This is a school where relationships come first. Every member of staff works together to create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where pupils feel understood, supported, and empowered to succeed. You'll be joining a welcoming, experienced, and highly supportive team who celebrate every achievement—whether it's a breakthrough in learning, a positive conversation, or a child taking an important step forward in their emotional development. No two days are ever the same, but every day brings the chance to make a lasting impact. The Role As an SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence, resilience, and life skills they need to thrive. You'll: * Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. * Build positive, trusting relationships that help young people feel safe and valued. * Encourage emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour. * Support learning both inside and outside the classroom. * Help deliver personalised strategies that meet each pupil's individual needs. * Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve the very best outcomes. * Celebrate progress every single day—because every step forward matters. This is a role where patience, empathy, consistency, and positivity can genuinely transform lives. Who We're Looking For We're searching for someone who is: * Calm, compassionate, and resilient. * Positive, proactive, and full of encouragement. * Passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. * An excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a team. * Adaptable, patient, and able to build strong relationships. * Committed to helping every child achieve their potential, whatever challenges they may face. Experience working with SEMH, SEND, behaviour support, youth work, care, mentoring, coaching, or mental health support is highly desirable—but above all, we're looking for someone with the right attitude, energy, and commitment. Exceptional Career Progression This school believes in investing in its people. Whether you're looking to build a long-term career in education, progress into specialist SEMH support, or eventually train as a teacher, you'll find genuine opportunities to grow. You'll benefit from: * Outstanding mentoring and induction. * Continuous professional development and specialist SEMH training. * Clear progression into Senior Learning Support Assistant roles. * Opportunities to move into pastoral, behaviour, intervention, and safeguarding teams. * Teacher training and wider education career pathways. * A leadership team that actively encourages internal progression and recognises talent. If you're ambitious, you'll never be short of opportunities to develop. What You'll Receive ✨ September start
✨ A welcoming and supportive school community
✨ Excellent training and ongoing professional development
✨ Genuine opportunities for career progression
✨ A collaborative and experienced staff team
✨ The chance to make a real difference to young people's futures every single day Ready to Inspire, Support and Make a Difference? This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to help young people rebuild confidence, rediscover their potential, and achieve things they never thought possible. If you're ready to be part of an exceptional SEMH school where your contribution truly matters and your career can flourish, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards an incredibly rewarding career this September in Colchester
SEMH Learning Support Assistant | September Start Hertford, Hertfordshire | Full-Time | Term Time Only The Right Person Can Change a Child's Story. Some children don't just need support with learning—they need someone who believes in them. Someone who can see beyond the behaviour, build trust, celebrate the small wins, and help them realise what they're capable of. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. An exceptional SEMH school in Hertford is looking for a passionate, resilient, and caring SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join its incredible team this September. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people while building a rewarding career in a school that is committed to developing both its pupils and its staff. Why Join This School? This is a school where relationships come first. Every member of staff works together to create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where pupils feel understood, supported, and empowered to succeed. You'll be joining a welcoming, experienced, and highly supportive team who celebrate every achievement—whether it's a breakthrough in learning, a positive conversation, or a child taking an important step forward in their emotional development. No two days are ever the same, but every day brings the chance to make a lasting impact. The Role As an SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence, resilience, and life skills they need to thrive. You'll: * Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. * Build positive, trusting relationships that help young people feel safe and valued. * Encourage emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour. * Support learning both inside and outside the classroom. * Help deliver personalised strategies that meet each pupil's individual needs. * Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve the very best outcomes. * Celebrate progress every single day—because every step forward matters. This is a role where patience, empathy, consistency, and positivity can genuinely transform lives. Who We're Looking For We're searching for someone who is: * Calm, compassionate, and resilient. * Positive, proactive, and full of encouragement. * Passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. * An excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a team. * Adaptable, patient, and able to build strong relationships. * Committed to helping every child achieve their potential, whatever challenges they may face. Experience working with SEMH, SEND, behaviour support, youth work, care, mentoring, coaching, or mental health support is highly desirable—but above all, we're looking for someone with the right attitude, energy, and commitment. Exceptional Career Progression This school believes in investing in its people. Whether you're looking to build a long-term career in education, progress into specialist SEMH support, or eventually train as a teacher, you'll find genuine opportunities to grow. You'll benefit from: * Outstanding mentoring and induction. * Continuous professional development and specialist SEMH training. * Clear progression into Senior Learning Support Assistant roles. * Opportunities to move into pastoral, behaviour, intervention, and safeguarding teams. * Teacher training and wider education career pathways. * A leadership team that actively encourages internal progression and recognises talent. If you're ambitious, you'll never be short of opportunities to develop. What You'll Receive September start
A welcoming and supportive school community
Excellent training and ongoing professional development
Genuine opportunities for career progression
A collaborative and experienced staff team
The chance to make a real difference to young people's futures every single day Ready to Inspire, Support and Make a Difference? This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to help young people rebuild confidence, rediscover their potential, and achieve things they never thought possible. If you're ready to be part of an exceptional SEMH school where your contribution truly matters and your career can flourish, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards an incredibly rewarding career this September in Hertford
Not every young person learns in the same way. We're looking for resilient, compassionate and confident Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist school near King's Lynn. This isn't a role where you'll spend the day sat beside a pupil completing worksheets. You'll be helping young people rebuild confidence, manage emotions, develop positive relationships and achieve outcomes they may never have thought possible. Every day is diff…
Not every young person learns in the same way.
We're looking for resilient, compassionate and confident Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist school near Great Yarmouth.
This isn't a role where you'll spend the day sat beside a pupil completing worksheets. You'll be helping young people rebuild confidence, manage emotions, develop positive relationships and achieve outcomes they may never have thought possible.
Every day is different. One moment you could be supporting learning in the classroom, the next helping a student regulate emotions or celebrating a breakthrough they have worked hard to achieve.
We're looking for people who: • Are patient, calm and resilient
• Can build positive relationships with young people
• Have experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
• Can de-escalate challenging situations confidently
• Are passionate about making a genuine difference
Experience from the following backgrounds would be welcomed: • Teaching Assistant
• Youth Work
• Support Work
• Residential Childcare
• Sports Coaching
• Behaviour Mentoring
• Armed Forces
• Prisons
What you'll gain: • Ongoing support and training on-site
• Valuable SEN and SEMH experience
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives
• Competitive daily rates and ongoing support from Reed
If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact your local Reed office and ask to speak with Sophie Lamont.
SEMH & Alternative Provision Teaching Assistants Needed - Brentwood Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you have a calm, caring nature and a natural ability to build strong relationships? We're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our team in SEMH schools and Alternative Provision settings across Brentwood. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people aged 8-16 with additional needs, including SEMH (Social, …
Location: Near Ipswich, Suffolk (Approx. 15 minutes from Ipswich Town Centre) Salary: £26,403 per annum Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Are You Ready to Change a Child's Life? We're seeking dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and additional SEND requirements, including Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine …
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Colchester Location: Colchester, Essex Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Competitive daily rate Do you have the resilience, patience and commitment to help young people overcome barriers to learning? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a supportive specialist setting in Colchester seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Every day presents new challenges, but also the opportunity to build trusting relationships, celebrate progress and help pupils achieve success both inside and outside the classroom. The Role Working alongside experienced teachers and pastoral staff, you will: Support pupils with SEMH needs on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
Help students regulate their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
Build strong, consistent relationships that encourage engagement and trust.
Promote positive behaviour through encouragement, structure and clear expectations.
Support learning across a range of curriculum subjects.
Work closely with the wider school team to ensure every pupil receives the support they need. We're Looking For Someone Who: Is patient, calm and resilient.
Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Can remain positive and professional in challenging situations.
Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Is a strong team player with a proactive approach.
Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs (desirable but not essential).Candidates with backgrounds in education, youth work, sports coaching, residential care, mentoring, psychology, social care or the armed forces are encouraged to apply. Why This Role? This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who benefit from positive role models and consistent support. You'll work within a welcoming and experienced team that values professional development and recognises the importance of every member of staff. Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment? Competitive daily pay rates.
Access to more than 2,500 FREE CPD courses through The National College.
A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
Simple and efficient registration process.If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely change lives and help young people reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity in Colchester
SEMH Teaching Assistant - St. Albans Education and Training | £460-£500 per week Are you passionate about supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs? Do you want to make a genuine difference in young people's lives every day? A welcoming and inclusive school in St. Albans is seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a rewarding career within the Education & Tr…
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Dunstable
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you looking to build a rewarding career in education, mental health or youth support?
A welcoming and well-resourced specialist school in Dunstable is looking to appoint a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their experienced team from September. This is an excellent opportunity to gain invaluable experience while making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into specialist education, this SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers exceptional training, long-term career progression and the opportunity to secure a permanent position.
Role Details
Location: Dunstable
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £470-£520 per week (paid weekly)
Contract: Full-time, long-term with the opportunity to become permanent
Progression: Teacher training and excellent career development opportunities available
This SEMH Teaching Assistant role is ideal for:
Experienced Teaching Assistants
Youth Workers
Residential Support Workers
Psychology, Criminology or Education graduates
Individuals with relevant voluntary or support work experience
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
Help students regulate their emotions, develop positive behaviours and engage confidently in learning.
Build positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence and resilience.
Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists and external professionals to support individual learning plans.
Assist with behaviour strategies and interventions that enable pupils to achieve their full potential.
What We Offer
Competitive weekly pay of £470-£520.
Full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent contract.
Opportunity to start before September, subject to satisfactory compliance checks.
Teacher training and excellent career progression opportunities.
Outstanding experience for careers in education, psychology, counselling, mental health or social care.
Ongoing support from a dedicated Academics consultant throughout your placement.
If you're resilient, compassionate and committed to helping young people overcome barriers to learning, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity in Dunstable.
Education and Training | Education and Training | Education and Training
SEMH Teaching Assistant (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
Location: Norwich
Pay: £90 - £110
Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only
Are you someone who enjoys helping young people overcome challenges and reach their potential?
We're looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. Every day is different, but the reward of seeing a child grow in confidence and achieve something they didn't think was possible makes it all worthwhile.
What you'll be doing
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Building positive relationships and becoming a trusted adult in the classroom.
• Helping pupils stay engaged with learning and manage their emotions.
• Supporting the class teacher with lessons and activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and celebrating every success, big or small.
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to provide the best support for each pupil.
We're looking for someone who:
• Has experience working with children or young people (school, care, youth work or similar).
• Is calm, patient and resilient.
• Can build strong relationships and communicate well with others.
• Is confident supporting children who may display challenging behaviour.
• Wants to make a genuine difference in a young person's life.
What you'll get
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
• The chance to gain valuable experience in a highly rewarding setting.
If you're looking for a role where you can have a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch to find out more.
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