SEMH Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Darlington. The role involves 1:1 and small group support, assisting teachers with activities, and applying positive behaviour strategies to pupils with SEMH and additional learning needs.

Immediate start available, with both full-time and part-time options. The school supports pupils from KS1 to KS4 in a structured learning environment, focusing on confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEMH or challenging behaviour
• Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils
• Strong behaviour management skills and an understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support and assist teachers with classroom activities
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies
• Adapt learning resources to support pupils with SEMH and additional learning needs

Job description

Summary

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Darlington

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time and Part-time

Hours: Full-time

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting Date: 15 Oct 2026

Closing Date: 14 Nov 2026

Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs / SEMH?

Do you have experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils who display challenging behaviour or require additional guidance in the classroom?

Are you patient, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people with additional learning and behavioural needs?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school based in Darlington, supporting children and young people across Key Stage 1 / KS1 through to Key Stage 4 / KS4. The school provides a supportive and structured learning environment for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs / SEMH, focusing on developing confidence, independence, positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available for an immediate start. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will provide 1:1 and small group support, assist teachers with classroom activities, implement positive behaviour management strategies and adapt learning resources to support pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour and additional learning needs.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEMH or challenging behaviour
• Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils
• Strong behaviour management skills and an understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

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Contact Number: 0191 580 7888

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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