Teaching Assistant - SEN - SEMH

Your new role
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have experience delivering structured interventions and working 1:1 or in small groups? We have an exciting opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in Birmingham this September!

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH focus)
• Location: Birmingham (East Birmingham)
• Start Date: September 2025
• Contract: Full-time, Temporary (1 term - Sept to Dec) with potential to go permanent
• Hours: Monday to Friday, school hours

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs
• Deliver structured intervention programmes tailored to individual learning plans
• Work closely with SENCOs, teachers, and pastoral staff to support student progress
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience supporting students with SEMH or similar needs
• Confident delivering structured interventions
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN (desirable but not essential)

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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