Specialist Teaching Assistant – SEMH

Senploy; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Inspire EHC in King's Lynn is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH in a trauma‑informed environment. The role is term time only, Monday to Friday 8:30am–3:30pm, starting November 2026 or sooner.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, use de‑escalation strategies, and help pupils develop emotional regulation and social skills within personalised learning programs. Experience with children and a full UK driving licence are desirable, and safeguarding checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people (school, care, youth work, or similar).
• Calm, patient, empathetic, and resilient.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEMH support
• Use trauma-informed and de-escalation strategies
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, confidence, and social skills
• Support personalised learning programmes and consistent routines
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

Skills

1:1 support

Small groups

Trauma‑informed approach

Emotional regulation

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Job description

Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm (Term time only)

Start Date: November 2026 or sooner if possible

Inspire EHC is seeking a caring and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic specialist SEMH school in King's Lynn. This amazing school supports children with a range of social, emotional, and mental health needs in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment.

Pupils may experience anxiety, low confidence, emotional dysregulation, challenging behaviour, social communication difficulties, ADHD/ADD, or needs linked to past trauma.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEMH support
• Use trauma-informed and de-escalation strategies
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, confidence, and social skills
• Support personalised learning programmes and consistent routines
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

About You

• Experience with children or young people (school, care, youth work, or similar)
• Calm, patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Full UK driving licence required
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Join Inspire EHC?

• Specialist SEMH and trauma-informed training
• A rewarding role helping young people who need stability and understanding
• Progression opportunities within SEND/SEMH

Safeguarding

All applicants will require an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.