Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEMH Settings – Long Term Opportunities

TeacherActive is working with a number of specialist provisions and schools that support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are seeking resilient, compassionate, and adaptable Teaching Assistants who are confident working in these settings.

These are long-term opportunities with the potential to become permanent for the right candidates, offering a rewarding chance to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities:

Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 or small group basis

Assist in delivering tailored learning activities to meet individual needs

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support engagement and progress

Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies

Support pupils’ emotional regulation and social development

Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams

Follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times

Requirements:

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (desirable)

A calm, patient, and resilient approach

Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

Ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries

A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer:

Opportunities in supportive and well-structured SEMH settings

Ongoing professional development and training

Long-term roles with potential for permanent positions

A highly rewarding role where no two days are the same

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and are looking to develop their experience within specialist education settings.

Supporting CPD Video Recommendation:
Understanding SEMH in Schools - Teacher Advice and Support

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed