SEMH Teaching Assistant. Job in United Kingdom Education & Training Jobs

TeacherActive; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs in Birmingham. This full-time role involves providing tailored support and fostering a positive classroom environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH students and strong behaviour management strategies, and will benefit from a supportive working environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options (full-time, part-time, contract)

CPD Courses and Certificates

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH students or young people with behavioural needs.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support students in managing behaviour and emotional challenges.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Education

Relevant qualifications or training

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant September Start

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £90 £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school environment this September. This is a full-time role, working 5 days a week, supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs

• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons

• Support students in managing behaviour and emotional challenges

• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment

• Work collaboratively with SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external agencies

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with SEMH students or young people with behavioural needs

• Patient, empathetic, and resilient

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong behaviour management strategies

• Relevant qualifications or training (preferred, but not essential)

What We Offer:

• A supportive, inclusive working environment with a focus on student welfare

• Flexible working options (full-time, part-time, contract)

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (terms and conditions apply)

• CPD Courses and Certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme receive up to £100 for referring a friend (terms and conditions apply)

• All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring proper management of tax and National Insurance

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on students lives and are interested in this exciting opportunity in Birmingham, click apply now!
For more information, contact Heniya. Email: (url removed) or call on (phone number removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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