SEMH Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role offers the flexibility to work on a supply basis while making a significant impact on students aged 5-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will be part of a supportive community that values compassion and teamwork, providing opportunities for professional development. If you're enthusiastic about making a difference in a specialist school setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Professional development and training

Supportive school community

Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities

Statutory employment rights

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care setting supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Ability to build strong relationships and manage challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in a flexible and adaptable manner.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEMH needs

Compassionate and patient approach

Resilience in managing challenging behaviour

Strong teamwork skills

Job description

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Contract:

Supply/Flexible (long-term and permanent positions available)

Start:

As soon as possible

Position Overview:

Long-Term Teachers are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with a specialist school just outside of Yeovil. Opened in September 2024, this school supports students aged 5 - 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs as well as Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties.

Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable SEMH Teaching Assistant to join the team on a supply basis, offering flexibility while making a real impact in a supportive educational environment.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, either in a school or care setting.
• A compassionate and patient approach, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Resilience and confidence in managing challenging behaviour.
• A positive and flexible mindset, ready to adapt to different classroom environments.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support both students and colleagues.

What the School Offers:

• Flexible working opportunities - choose work that fits your schedule.
• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role where you can truly make a difference.

Application:

If you’re an enthusiastic teaching assistant looking for flexible, rewarding work in a specialist school setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Working with Long-term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools.

Founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent, and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role, we emphasize delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to, and valued throughout.

Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set, and what your ideal role looks like. You will receive frequent updates on your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles, and additional information on roles of interest.

Additional Support:

• Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities.
• Permanent job roles.
• Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process.
• Working to Agency Workers Regulations.
• Interview preparation, advice, and support.
• Statutory employment rights, such as sick pay, holiday pay, maternity, and paternity pay.