SEMH Teaching Assistant: Support & Inspire Students

TimePlan Education; Tetford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education seeks a SEMH Teaching Assistant for a long-term role in Thetford. You will support students with learning and emotional development on a 1:1 or small group basis, helping them access education in a structured, nurturing environment.

The role focuses on consistent, patient support, handling challenging situations with calmness and building engagement. TimePlan offers ongoing professional development and a pathway to a permanent position.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEMH setting is highly desirable.
• Care/youth work background encouraged.
• Strong interpersonal skills & emotional resilience.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis with learning and emotional development.
• Help manage challenging behaviour consistently and calmly.
• Encourage engagement, motivation and positive outcomes in and out of the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external professionals.

Skills

SEMH experience

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Job description

TimePlan Education seeks a SEMH Teaching Assistant for a long-term role in Thetford. You will support students with learning and emotional development on a 1:1 or small group basis, helping them access education in a structured, nurturing environment.

The role focuses on consistent, patient support, handling challenging situations with calmness and building engagement. TimePlan offers ongoing professional development and a pathway to a permanent position.