Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant for a therapeutic school in Thanet, UK. The role involves providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, implementing therapeutic strategies, and working collaboratively with staff to create a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates are patient and resilient with experience in supporting children with special educational needs. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on students’ lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, particularly SEMH (desired but not essential).
• Ability to implement therapeutic strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Implement therapeutic strategies to help pupils regulate their emotions and behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• Assist in delivering creative, engaging learning activities.
• Help create a calm, consistent, and encouraging learning environment.
• Coordinate with staff to implement, lead and adapt therapeutic approaches.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Job description

Job Description

Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant - Therapeutic SEMH School - Thanet

Academics Ltd is seeking a dedicated Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant confident in theraputic practice to join a highly supportive, therapeutic school in the Thanet area. This specialist SEMH school provides a safe, structured and therapeutic environment for pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support. Staff work collaboratively using trauma-informed and child-centred approaches, ensuring every young person receives personalised care and education that helps them thrive‑academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

As a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students
• Implement therapeutic strategies to help pupils regulate their emotions and behaviour
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Assist in delivering creative, engaging learning activities
• Help create a calm, consistent, and encouraging learning environment
• Coordinate with staff to implement, lead and adapt theraputic approaches

What we're looking for

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN-particularly SEMH (desired but not essential)
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient ...