Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

Visionedu; New Milton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant (SEMH) for an Alternative Provision school in New Milton. The role involves supporting primary and secondary pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will work closely with teachers to implement strategies that foster a safe and inclusive environment, helping students to manage their emotions and develop social skills.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Ability to support pupils academically and emotionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to help students engage in learning.
• Assist in behavior management and facilitate small group activities.

Skills

Experience with primary and/or secondary school aged children

Experience with SEND/SEMH

Teamwork

Job description

Join to apply for the Teaching Assistant (SEMH) role at Vision for Education Ltd

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Teaching Assistant (SEMH) role at Vision for Education Ltd

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

The School and Role

An Alternative Provision school based in New Milton are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. The school caters for primary and secondary pupils aged 6 - 16 years with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, ASD, and various other needs including trauma, school phobia Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD).

• Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
• Full time (Permanent)
• Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Monday to Friday
• New Milton
• Start date - ASAP
  
  

The School and Role

An Alternative Provision school based in New Milton are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. The school caters for primary and secondary pupils aged 6 - 16 years with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, ASD, and various other needs including trauma, school phobia Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD).

The successful Support Assistant will be required to work 1-1 with pupils, assisting them academically as well as overcoming barriers to learning and supporting them emotionally. An SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant plays a vital role in supporting primary and secondary age pupils with varying needs. Their primary responsibilities include providing individualised support to help students engage in learning, manage their emotions, and develop social skills. They work closely with teachers to implement tailored interventions and strategies, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. The SEMH Teaching Assistant fosters positive relationships, encouraging pupils to express themselves and build confidence. Additionally, they may assist in behaviour management, facilitate small group activities, and communicate effectively with parents and specialists to promote holistic development. Their empathetic approach is crucial in helping students navigate challenges and achieve their educational goals.

Requirements

The desired Teaching Assistant will have;

• Experience of working with primary and/or secondary school aged children
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND/SEMH
• A passion for the progress of pupils
• An ability to work as part of a team
  
  

What We Offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
  
  

About Us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How To Apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on or 07713 669328.

#Visionsouthampton

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vision for Education Ltd by 2x

Get notified about new Teaching Assistant jobs in New Milton, England, United Kingdom.

Teacher Vacancies - Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago

Class Teacher at Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School

Wimborne Minster, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Classroom Teacher at Baden-Powell and St Peter’s CE Junior School

Poole, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

1 to 1 Teaching AssistantEDV/2025/GPS/54632

Salisbury, England, United Kingdom 20 hours ago

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Southampton, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 23 hours ago

Queen’s Park Infant Academy - SEN Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Wimborne Minster, England, United Kingdom 23 hours ago

Class Teacher, ECT applications are welcomed at Talbot Primary School

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Ringwood, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Poole, England, United Kingdom 23 hours ago

Wimborne Minster, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Kent, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Southampton, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Poole, England, United Kingdom 23 hours ago

Christchurch, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Teaching Assistant at St Edward's School

Poole, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Southampton, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Poole, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Ferndown, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago

Teacher of English - Ferndown Upper School

Ferndown, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Southampton, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Fawley, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Teacher of Children's Education and Care – Higher Education

St Leonards, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Apprentice Teaching Assistant at Bishop Aldhelm’s CE Primary School

Poole, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Southampton, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Practice Educator Job Description (PDF, 384.4KB)

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Fawley, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Classroom Teacher at Corfe Castle CE Primary School & Pre-School (Maternity Cover)

Corfe Castle, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.