SEMH Teacher, SEMH Teaching Assistant

Mana Education; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Free CPD courses

Dedicated education consultant

24/7 recruitment team assistance

£100 Recommend-a-Friend Bonus

Job summary

Mana Education is recruiting SEMH Teachers and SEMH Teaching Assistants to support students across Northamptonshire with complex needs. You will create a safe, inclusive learning space, deliver tailored lessons or support, and help pupils with emotional regulation and social development.

Roles span full-time or part-time posts in primary to senior schools, with competitive pay and access to CPD. Successful applicants will have experience with SEMH/SEND and a commitment to high-quality education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH, SEND, SpLD, Autism (ASC), ADHD, or Dyslexia.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
• Teachers should have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) and ideally PRU or SEMH experience.
• Teaching Assistants with SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor background are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons or create 1:1/small group support tailored to each pupil.
• Provide structure, marking, and progress tracking.
• Deliver targeted interventions and differentiated learning.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies.

Skills

SEMH experience

Patience & empathy

Education

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

Salary

• * 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)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

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.

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Keywords

• SEMH Teacher, SEMH Teaching Assistant, SEND Teacher, SEND TA, Special Needs Teacher, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, PRU Teacher, PRU Support, Learning Support Assistant, Autism TA, ADHD Support, Northamptonshire SEMH Jobs, Education Support Worker