SEMH Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant in the Shirebrook area, focused on providing support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This full-time role requires individuals who are patient, resilient, and ready to promote positive behaviour in a nurturing environment. Ongoing support, training, and a competitive daily rate are offered. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils’ lives while developing your skills.

Benefits

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Free CPD and training

Access to Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Competitive PAYE pay

Referral bonus for recommending TAs

24/7 support from experienced team

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or specialist-setting is desirable but not essential.
• Must be patient, caring, and resilient.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assisting with tailored learning activities guided by EHCPs.
• Promoting confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals.
• Maintaining a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people with SEND

Patience

Clear communication

Teamwork

Understanding of safeguarding

Job description

Location: Shirebrook
Full-Time | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday
Competitive Daily Rate | Paid via PAYE

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and inclusive SEND school in the Shirebrook/Mansfield area. The school provides a calm, nurturing environment for children with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including Autism (ASC), ADHD and complex learning needs — and they are now looking for a compassionate, dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills as a Teaching Assistant while making a real difference in pupils’ lives every day.

What You'll Be Doing as a Teaching Assistant:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Assisting with tailored learning activities guided by EHCPs
• Promoting confidence, independence and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and external professionals
• Helping to maintain a safe, engaging and supportive classroom environment
• Temp-to-perm opportunity available for the right person

✅We'd Love to Hear from You If You:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND (Autism, ADHD or complex needs)
• Are patient, caring and resilient
• Communicate clearly and enjoy working as part of a team
• Understand safeguarding and child protection expectations
• Have school or specialist-setting experience (desirable but not essential)

What You'll Receive as a Teaching Assistant with TeacherActive:

• Ongoing support from a friendly, dedicated consultant
• Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform
• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Competitive PAYE pay — no hidden costs or admin fees
• Up to £100 referral bonus for recommending another TA or education professional (T&Cs apply)
• 24/7 support from our experienced team

If you're ready to take the next step in your TA career and want to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. ✨ Apply today and let's make a difference together!

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.

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