SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Dibden; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist independent school in Dibden seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students aged 8-16 with complex needs. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver personalized care, manage behavior positively, and foster a safe learning environment. The role is full-time during term time, focusing on both individual and group support.

Benefits

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN/SEMH settings is an advantage.
• Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.
• Committed to safeguarding and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Assist with implementing individual education and behaviour plans.
• Contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Emotional regulation

Positive behaviour promotion

Resilience

Calm attitude

Education

Appropriate qualifications for teaching assistant role

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Specialist Independent School
Dibden, Southampton | Full-Time, Term Time Only | £13.75 per hour |

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist independent school in Dibden, supporting pupils aged 8–16 with complex needs, including SEMH, communication and interaction difficulties, and challenging behaviour.

You will work closely with teaching staff and therapists to deliver personalised support, helping pupils to engage in learning, manage behaviour positively, and build confidence and independence.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support

• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour

• Contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment

• Assist with implementing individual education and behaviour plans

• Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs

• Calm, patient, and resilient

• Experience in SEN/SEMH settings is an advantage (not essential)

• Committed to safeguarding and personal development

• £13.75 per hour (term time only)

• A supportive, professional team environment

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The school is committed to safeguarding. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references are required.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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