SEMH Teaching Assistant — Inspire Students & Build Skills

Teaching Personnel; Ashford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEN unit in Ashford. This hands-on role offers a rewarding path with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

This role involves supporting SEMH students, building positive relationships, and collaborating with teachers to create a safe, engaging learning environment where pupils can thrive. A proactive, resilient approach and a passion for helping young people are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous SEMH setting or additional needs experience.
• Strong behaviour management and a calm, patient approach.
• Ability to build rapport and establish positive relationships quickly.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic school environment.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people to reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEMH needs on a one-to-one and small group basis
• Building positive relationships and acting as a trusted role model
• Encouraging engagement and participation in learning activities
• Supporting behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
• Working collaboratively with teachers and wider staff members to meet individual student needs
• Helping students develop confidence, independence and life skills

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Resilience

Adaptability

Job description

Teaching Personnel are seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEN unit in Ashford. This hands-on role offers a rewarding path with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

This role involves supporting SEMH students, building positive relationships, and collaborating with teachers to create a safe, engaging learning environment where pupils can thrive. A proactive, resilient approach and a passion for helping young people are essential.