SEMH Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive secondary school in Bedford is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-16 facing emotional and behavioural challenges. Ideal for recent psychology or criminology graduates, this full-time role offers on-the-job training and potential for permanent placement. You will work closely with staff to provide tailored support, promoting emotional regulation and resilience among students.

Benefits

Extensive on-the-job training

Supportive school environment

Potential for a permanent contract

Qualifications

• Recent psychology or criminology graduate desired.
• Calm and empathetic demeanor is essential.
• Previous experience with young people or vulnerable groups is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Work closely with SENCO and external agencies.

Skills

Empathy

Ability to build trusting relationships

Passion for supporting young people

Education

Psychology or Criminology degree (2:1 or above preferred)

Job description

We're working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Bedford that's looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is the perfect role for someone considering a career in the education and training sector as a educational psychologist, youth justice, mental health, or social worker.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Ideal for Psychology & Criminology Graduates

Location: Bedford

Full-Time Term Time Only

Hours: 08:30 - 15:30

Sector: Education and training

Pay: 90 - 100 per day Long-term to Permanent Opportunity

Are you a psychology or criminology graduate with a passion for supporting young people facing emotional and behavioural challenges as an SEMH Teaching Assistant?

Would you thrive in a dynamic school environment as a SEMH Teaching Assistant where no two days are the same, and your work can genuinely change lives in Bedford?

About the Role:

• Support students aged 11-16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Work closely with the SENCO, pastoral team, and external agencies to provide tailored support
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions, promoting emotional regulation, self-esteem, and resilience
• Be a positive role model, helping students re-engage with education in a safe, structured environment

Who We're Looking For:

• A recent psychology or criminology graduate (2:1 or above preferred)
• Passionate about making a real impact on the lives of vulnerable young people
• Calm, empathetic, and able to build trusting relationships
• The ability to commute to Bedford.
• Previous experience with young people or vulnerable groups (voluntary or paid) is a bonus, but not essential

Why This Role?

• Ideal stepping stone into educational psychology, social care, or youth offending services
• Extensive on-the-job training and the chance to work alongside multi-agency professionals
• Supportive school environment that values mental health and trauma-informed practice
• Potential for a permanent contract and further professional development

If you're ready to take the first step in your education and training career, where your degree makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant position now and start your journey supporting some of the most inspiring young people in Bedford!