SEMH Teaching Assistant

Timeplan Education Group; Littleport; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term position with potential to成为

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing support from TimePlan consult

Experience in specialist SEMH setting

Training and professional development

Job summary

TimePlan Education is recruiting a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school near Ely on a long-term basis with potential for permanency.

You will support primary students on 1:1 or small groups, help manage behaviour, and work with teachers, pastoral teams and external professionals to create a safe, nurturing learning environment. The role starts ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEMH or similar setting preferred.
• Care or youth work background encouraged.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional resilience.
• Ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations.
• Genuine interest in supporting young people to achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis with learning and emotional development.
• Help to manage challenging behaviour consistently and calmly.
• Encourage engagement, motivation and positive outcomes in and out of the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external professionals.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Empathy

Student motivation

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant Primary- Temp to Perm Role near Ely

Are you an empathetic, consistent and patient individual with a passion for supporting young people? TimePlan Education is currently recruiting for a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and specialist school near Ely on a long-term basis with the potential for a permanent role.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Primary aged students who face a range of social, emotional, and mental health challenges. You will play a vital role in helping them access education in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Commencing ASAP this is a fantastic role with a progressive and passionate school.

The Role:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis with their learning and emotional development
• Helping to manage challenging behaviour consistently and calmly
• Encouraging engagement, motivation, and positive outcomes in and out of the classroom
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external professionals

About You:

• Previous experience working in an SEMH or similar setting is highly desirable
• Candidates with a care or youth work background are encouraged to apply
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and emotional resilience
• Ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations
• A genuine interest in supporting young people to achieve their potential

What We Offer:

• A long-term position with the potential to become permanent
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from your dedicated TimePlan consultant
• Opportunity to gain experience in a specialist SEMH setting
• Access to training and professional development