SEMH Classroom Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Devizes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a SEMH Classroom Assistant for a full-time position in Devizes. This role involves supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges in a nurturing school environment. Ideal candidates will possess compassion, resilience, and a proactive approach to help students thrive. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Ongoing Professional Development

Support from a Dedicated Consultant

Flexible Roles

Access to Permanent Positions

Free Child Protection Training

Qualifications

• Support students with SEMH challenges and ASC.
• Help pupils engage with learning and develop positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Work in a specialist school supporting students with complex needs.
• Provide individualised care and learning strategies.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Patience

Understanding

Proactive Approach

Education

Relevant Qualifications

Job description

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SEMH Classroom Assistant – Full-Time Opportunity in Devizes

Location: Devizes, Wiltshire
Working Hours: 8.30am – 3pm
Age Range: 7 to 16 years
Start Date: Immediate Start

About the Role
Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate and resilient SEMH Classroom Assistant to work in a specialist school in Devizes. This full-time position involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, autism spectrum condition (ASC), and behavioural barriers to learning. The role requires patience, understanding and a calm, proactive approach to help pupils engage with learning and develop positive relationships in the classroom.

The School Environment
The school offers a safe, nurturing and structured setting designed to support students with complex needs.

Staff work closely together to provide individualised care and learning strategies, encouraging both academic progress and personal growth.

Pupils benefit from a tailored curriculum, therapeutic interventions, and a strong pastoral support network, creating an environment where every child is given the opportunity to thrive.

Working in Devizes
Devizes is home to a number of well-regarded schools with supportive communities and excellent reputations for inclusive education.

This position offers the chance to contribute meaningfully within one of these schools, making a real difference in the lives of children who need it most.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?
As an educator working with Teaching Personnel, you’ll receive expert guidance and ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and confidence.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated consultant who will match your strengths to the right opportunities, ensuring your success and job satisfaction. With regular CPD training, flexible roles, and access to permanent positions, Teaching Personnel is committed to helping you grow as a professional while making a genuine impact in the classroom.

Apply Today
If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to work in a meaningful, rewarding role, we encourage you to apply now. Join us in shaping brighter futures for the students who need it most.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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