SEMH Teaching Assistant - Practical Psychology Experience

Academics; Wantage; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wantage to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a secondary SEN setting. The role offers daily pay between £93 and £110 and a Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm schedule.

This position is ideal for psychology graduates looking to gain practical experience before pursuing careers in psychology, therapy, counselling or education. Start date ASAP and salary determined by qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young people.
• Confident communicator with a genuine passion for SEMH and SEN.
• Interested in gaining practical experience before pursuing a career in psychology, therapy, counselling, or education.
• Calm, resilient, and able to remain consistent when supporting students who may display challenging behaviour.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with both students and colleagues.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new strategies to support individual students.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual students' needs.
• Support students with emotional regulation, confidence, resilience, and positive engagement in learning.
• Help students develop positive relationships, social skills, independence, and coping strategies.
• Work alongside teachers and SEN staff to create a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment.

Job description

Academics is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wantage to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a secondary SEN setting. The role offers daily pay between £93 and £110 and a Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm schedule.

This position is ideal for psychology graduates looking to gain practical experience before pursuing careers in psychology, therapy, counselling or education. Start date ASAP and salary determined by qualifications and experience.