SEMH Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Scarrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provision seeks a SEND Teaching Assistant based in Bingham, specializing in outdoor and therapeutic education. Ideal candidates will possess compassion and relevant qualifications to support children with additional needs in a nurturing environment. This role presents an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives, with competitive pay and professional development available.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

CPD and progression opportunities

24/7 consultant support

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs.
• Confidence in supporting students with SEMH and behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across all Key Stages including those with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties, and SEMH needs.
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored interventions.
• Use the natural environment to engage and inspire pupils.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Confidence

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification (CACHE or equivalent)

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant Outdoor & Therapeutic Education Setting

Location: Bingham Full-Time Term-Time Only

Short-Term Contract with Potential for Long-Term Placement

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £90 - £120 per day

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs? We re proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Bingham, supporting their search for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This unique provision, set in woodland and farm-based environments, provides bespoke education to children with complex trauma, mental health, behavioural and attachment needs. Guided by a progressive model (Playfulness, Love, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy), the school fosters a nurturing, therapeutic space where children can feel safe, grow emotionally, and progress academically.

The School boasts a commendable mission of promoting respect for authority figures and developing emotional insight and self-management within a learning setting. Utilising the schools location for outdoor learning has been a main priority for the setting and they will continue to bolster the personal development of their students with this.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Support pupils across all Key Stages, including those with Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored interventions
• Use the natural environment to engage and inspire pupils in their learning
• Bring patience, empathy, and resilience to help young learners thrive
• Be proactive and confident in managing challenging behaviours

You ll need:
• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs
• Confidence in supporting students with SEMH and behavioural challenges
• A relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification (CACHE or equivalent)
• Team-Teach or MAPA training (desirable but not essential)

In return, you ll receive:
• Competitive rates of pay (PAYE no hidden admin fees)
• A dedicated consultant available 24/7 to support your journey
• Access to CPD and progression opportunities via our My-Progression platform
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme earn up to £100
• A chance to be part of an inspiring, nature-based provision that changes lives

If you re a compassionate, enthusiastic professional ready to support some of the most rewarding work in education, we d love to hear from you.

Apply Now or contact Brandin for more details:
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Phone: (phone number removed)

Join a team where nature, nurture, and purpose meet.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.