SEMH Teaching Assistant

Academics; Northampton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Kettering to support students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. Role involves working closely with young individuals to provide academic and emotional support, ensuring a nurturing environment. If you are passionate about making a difference, consider applying for this rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive team and leadership

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference

Qualifications

• Experience working with teenagers in a school or youth work setting.
• Passion for supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Ability to build strong, positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically and emotionally on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Manage behaviour and learning challenges proactively.

Skills

Resilience

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Job description

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SEMH Teaching Assistant – Kettering
Location: Kettering
Salary: £90 - £100 per day
Contract: Temporary and Permanent Roles Available

Are you a calm, resilient, and enthusiastic individual looking to make a difference in the lives of young people? We are currently recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing and supportive alternative provision in Kettering, catering to students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties and challenging behaviours.

This school is part of the education and training sector, offering personalised education and therapeutic support to secondary-aged learners who have struggled in mainstream environments. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis, supporting them both academically and emotionally.

The ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant will have:

* Experience working with teenagers in a school, youth work or voluntary capacity
* A passion for supporting children with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
* The ability to remain calm under pressure and build strong, positive relationships
* A flexible and proactive approach to managing behaviour and learning challenges
* The resilience and empathy to support learners who may have experienced trauma

Whether you're looking for a long-term career move or short-term experience in a specialist setting, we have both temporary and permanent SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunities available in Kettering. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within the education and training sector.

Benefits include:

* Supportive team and leadership
* Ongoing training and professional development
* The chance to make a meaningful difference to a young person’s life
* The opportunity to build a long-term career in the education and training sector

If you’re looking for a rewarding role as a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Kettering, apply today to start your journey making a real impact!