SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEND Inclusion Support; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 23,985; Full time

Job summary

SEND Inclusion Support is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a Year 9 SEMH class in a Good Ofsted school. You will help students access learning and regulate emotions, liaising daily with the class teacher and SEN professionals.

The role runs 8:00am–3:00pm with a start date of Immediate, paying from £90 per day depending on experience. A patient, resilient approach is essential to making a real impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with SEMH, ASD and ADHD.
• Experience with KS3 and KS4 pupils.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 9 SEMH classroom.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement and emotional regulation.
• Using initiative to support pupils proactively while following structured guidance.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and school leaders.

Skills

SEMH experience

ASD experience

ADHD experience

Strong communication

Patience

Job description

Teaching Assistant – SEMH (Year 9)

Immediate Start

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate, resilient and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join an Ofsted-rated Good SEMH school, supporting a Year 9 class.

This role is ideal for someone who has the time, patience and emotional resilience to work with young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, and who is confident taking initiative while working closely alongside experienced class teachers and SEN professionals.

The role will involve supporting students both academically and emotionally, helping them to access learning, regulate behaviour and develop positive relationships within the school environment. You will liaise daily with the class teacher, SENCOs and wider leadership team to ensure consistent support strategies are in place.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 9 SEMH classroom
• Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement and emotional regulation
• Using initiative to support pupils proactively while following structured guidance
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and school leaders

The successful candidate will have

• Proven experience working with SEMH, ASD and ADHD
• Experience with KS3 and KS4 pupils (highly advantageous)
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service

What’s on offer

• Working hours: 8:00am – 3:00pm
• Pay from £90 per day, depending on experience
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team
• A genuinely rewarding role making a real impact on young people’s lives

Start date: Immediate

If you are committed to supporting young people with additional needs and are looking for a fulfilling role in a high-quality SEMH setting, this opportunity could be the perfect next step