SEMH Teaching Assistant – Inspire Students in Exeter

TeacherActive Limited.; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEMH school in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis. You will work with teaching staff to support learning and personal development, delivering small group sessions and one-to-one interventions in a safe, inclusive environment.

Join a team that values empathy, resilience and teamwork as you help students overcome barriers to learning, build positive relationships, and contribute to their progress and futures in a specialist educational setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEMH or SEN setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teaching staff to support students in their learning and personal development.
• Assist in delivering small group sessions and one-to-one interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Help maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment.
• Foster strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage progress and engagement.

Skills

Experience with children

SEMH/SEN experience

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

A specialist SEMH school in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis. You will work with teaching staff to support learning and personal development, delivering small group sessions and one-to-one interventions in a safe, inclusive environment.

Join a team that values empathy, resilience and teamwork as you help students overcome barriers to learning, build positive relationships, and contribute to their progress and futures in a specialist educational setting.