SEMH Teaching Assistant

Beckfoot Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Beckfoot Trust in Bradford area is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help with personalised learning and contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing.

The role requires resilience, empathy and strong communication to build trusting relationships and support behavioural and emotional regulation across the inclusion team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• Calm, empathetic and patient approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH needs
• Building strong, trusting relationships that promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Supporting teachers in delivering personalised learning and targeted interventions
• Assisting with behaviour support plans and contributing to student reviews
• Working closely with pastoral, SEND and safeguarding teams
• Helping create a calm, safe and inclusive environment across the school

Skills

SEMH experience

Empathetic approach

Strong communication

Relationship building

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Application Date: 2026-10-2T07:50:12

Location: Heaton Royds, West Yorkshire, GB, BD9 6

Contract Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 2026-10-30T08:16:46.937

Salary: 95 - 100

School Overview

Beckfoot Upper Heaton is a vibrant, ambitious and inclusive school committed to creating a place where every student can thrive. As part of the Beckfoot Trust, we work collaboratively to ensure all students, especially those facing additional challenges, feel supported, valued and able to succeed.

Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated inclusion team. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support students with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage positively with learning and develop the confidence and skills they need to flourish. This is a role for a Teaching Assistant who believes in the power of relationships, understands the impact of trauma, and is motivated by seeing young people make progress academically, socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH needs
• Building strong, trusting relationships that promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Supporting teachers in delivering personalised learning and targeted interventions
• Assisting with behaviour support plans and contributing to student reviews
• Working closely with pastoral, SEND and safeguarding teams
• Helping create a calm, safe and inclusive environment across the school

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs
• A calm, empathetic and patient approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
• Resilience, flexibility and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
• A team player committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing