SEMH Teacher, SEMH Teaching Assistant

Mana Resourcing; Kettering; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible work options - full-time or 0

Free CPD courses

Dedicated education consultant

24/7 recruitment team assistance

£100 Recommend-a-Friend Bonus

Job summary

Mana Education is partnering with specialist schools across Northamptonshire to recruit SEMH Teachers and SEMH Teaching Assistants. You will work with pupils who may have SEMH, SEND, SpLD, Autism or ADHD, in nurturing, structured settings designed to support consistent progress.

Roles include long-term teaching or daily supply across primary to specialist SEMH environments. We welcome qualified teachers and experienced SEN TAs to create safe and inclusive learning spaces that help every child

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH, SEND, SpLD, Autism (ASC), ADHD, or Dyslexia.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
• Teachers: QTS/QTLS or equivalent; Teaching Assistants: SEN TA experience or Learning Support background ideally.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to the needs of each pupil.
• Provide structure, marking, and assessment for progress tracking.
• Deliver targeted interventions and differentiated learning.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support in and out of the classroom.
• Assist the teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Help pupils with emotional, social, and academic development.
• Create a calm, positive learning environment.

Skills

SEMH experience with SEND

Patience and empathy

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

SEMH SEN Teachers & Teaching Assistants - Northamptonshire

Location: Northampton, Daventry, Wellingborough, Kettering, Corby, Rushden, Northants

Job Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Ongoing Supply

• Teachers: long terms in line with teacher pay scale (commensurate with experience), Day to day depending on school and experience
• Teaching Assistants: £95-£120 per day (depending on role and experience)

About the Role

Mana Education is working with a specialist group of schools across Northamptonshire who are seeking dedicated SEMH Teachers and SEMH Teaching Assistants to join their teams.

The students you'll be supporting may present with SEMH, SEND, SpLD, Autism, ADHD, or other complex needs. These schools provide nurturing, structured environments for pupils who require consistency, empathy, and skilled intervention.

Whether you are a qualified teacher or an experienced teaching assistant, your role will be to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning space that helps every child thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to the needs of each pupil.
• Provide clear structure, marking, and assessment for progress tracking.
• Deliver targeted interventions and differentiated learning.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support in and out of the classroom.
• Assist the teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Help pupils with emotional, social, and academic development.
• Create a calm, positive environment that encourages learning.

We're Looking For

• Experience working with SEMH, SEND, SpLD, Autism (ASC), ADHD, or Dyslexia.
• Patience, empathy, and a resilient, nurturing approach.
• Teachers: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) and ideally experience in a PRU or SEMH provision.
• Teaching Assistants: Experience as an SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, or equivalent.

Why Work with Mana Education?

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Roles across primary, secondary, and specialist SEMH schools.
• Flexible work options - full-time or part-time.
• Free CPD courses to enhance your skills.
• Your own dedicated education consultant for ongoing support.
• 24/7 recruitment team assistance.
• £100 Recommend-a-Friend Bonus.

Mana Education is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and (if applicable) overseas police clearances.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates and staff.

Interested? Let's Talk!

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