SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

Wavendon, Milton Keynes

Full time

£90 – £120 Per day

Easter 2026 Start

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team at a school in Wavendon. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs, providing both academic and emotional support.

Key Responsibilities:

Support students with SEMH needs in both group and one-to-one settings
Assist in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment
Collaborate with teachers to plan and deliver tailored interventions
Monitor and track students’ progress, offering feedback to the teaching team
Support the development of social and emotional skills through targeted activities
Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours in a positive, constructive manner
Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (desirable)
A patient, empathetic, and resilient personality
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to stay calm and focused under pressure
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students
Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team
To interview now please call our team on:  for more information and Apply Below.

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Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed