Secondary School Teaching Assistants (SEMH)

TN United Kingdom; Yate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking passionate Secondary School Teaching Assistants to inspire and support students with Social, Emotional & Mental Health Needs in a dynamic school environment. The role involves providing emotional support, assisting with lesson planning, and managing classroom behavior. Ideal candidates will have experience with secondary-aged children and a strong commitment to mental health in education. Join a dedicated team making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged children, preferably in the UK.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Providing emotional support to students across the school.
• Assisting teachers with lesson planning and classroom management.
• Providing 1-1 support for students with SEMH & ASD.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Confidence in managing challenging behaviour

Passion for mental health in education

Education

Experience working with secondary-aged children

Tools

Team Teach training

Job description

Job Title: Secondary School Teaching Assistants (SEMH)

Client:

Long-term Teachers Ltd

Location:

Yate, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

c6bab6f45c45

Job Views:

3

Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

Job Description:

Secondary School Teaching Assistants (SEMH)

Long-term Teachers Ltd is working with a fantastic secondary special school in Bristol seeking 3 Teaching Assistants to join their enthusiastic team from September on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate should be passionate about inspiring young minds and making a positive impact on their education. The school is an integral part of the community and plays a pivotal role in the futures of its students.

The school is located across 2 sites in Bristol and is dedicated to supporting students with Social, Emotional & Mental Health Needs (SEMH) among other special needs and disabilities.

• Role: Teaching Assistant (ages 11-16)
• Start Date: September
• Location: BS10, Bristol
• Contract: Full-time, Long-term/Permanent (either September or immediate start)

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing emotional support to students across the school
• Assisting teachers with lesson planning and classroom management
• Providing 1-1 support for students with SEMH & ASD
• Being proactive in supporting students

Requirements:

• Experience working with secondary-aged children, preferably in the UK
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Passion for mental health in education
• Team Teach training (preferred)

Working with Long Term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools.

LTT was founded to provide a transparent and straightforward service to help candidates find their next role. We emphasize delivering exceptional support, listening to your needs, and valuing your contributions.

Your dedicated consultant will understand your experience and preferences, providing regular updates and tailored role suggestions throughout the process.

We are proud members of the REC and uphold the highest standards of compliance. Working with us ensures you receive comprehensive support through the clearance process from your dedicated in-house compliance team.