SEMH Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Westbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Consistent schedule

Professional growth

Supportive environment

Job summary

Randstad Education in Frome is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our team on a day-to-day, flexible basis. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH, ASC, and attachment needs, using trauma-informed approaches to create a safe learning environment.

You will assist class teachers with tailored activities, act as a positive role model, and coordinate with therapy teams to monitor progress.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH, ASC, or neurodivergent students.
• Trauma-informed mindset with empathy and patience.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to SEMH/ASC/attachment pupils.
• Apply trauma-informed and Thrive-based approaches to classroom learning.
• Assist teachers with tailored educational activities and interventions.
• Serve as a positive role model and support student resilience.
• Communicate progress with staff and therapy teams.

Skills

EMHS/ASC experience

Trauma-informed

Resilience under pressure

Team-oriented

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Frome

Are you a compassionate, resilient individual looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our team in Frome on a day-to-day, flexible basis. If you are passionate about supporting pupils who have struggled in traditional education settings and want to help them heal, grow, and succeed, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH, ASC, and attachment needs.
• Implement trauma-informed and Thrive-based strategies to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Assist class teachers in delivering tailored, personalised educational activities.
• Act as a reliable mentor and positive role model, helping students build self-esteem and emotional resilience.
• Maintain clear communication with teaching staff and specialised therapy teams to monitor pupil progress and well-being.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for working with children or young people with SEMH, ASC, or neurodivergent needs.
• Experience in schools, care, or community settings is highly desirable.
• A trauma-informed mindset characterised by a non-judgemental, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Excellent resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to engage in specialist training.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day.
• Consistent Schedule: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Professional Growth: Access to high-level training in SEMH strategies, trauma-informed practice, and special education.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team-including specialist Thrive and Therapy experts-who are committed to student success.

About Our School

We put every child at the forefront of our thinking. We specialise in working with students with SEMH, Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC), attachment difficulties, and complex learning needs. By designing personalised educational experiences, we re-engage, motivate, and excite students who have often felt let down by the traditional education system. We invest heavily in our learning environment because we never give up on a child.