Teaching Assistant (Social Emotional And Mental Health Needs)

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH provision for students aged 11-16 in Basingstoke. The role is full-time, starting in September, with a pay rate of £14.25 per hour.

The setting focuses on helping pupils overcome social, emotional, and mental health barriers and re-engage with education in a nurturing environment. You will work alongside teachers and pastoral staff, providing both academic and emotional support, contributing to a structured

Qualifications

• Experience in education or youth work is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient demeanor.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Assist students during lessons and throughout the school day
• Build positive, professional relationships
• Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence
• Help maintain a safe and supportive learning environment

Skills

1:1 support

Behavior management

Communication

Team player

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEMH Support

Location: Basingstoke
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Start: September
Contract: Full-Time
Setting: Specialist SEMH Provision (Ages 11-16)

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH setting supporting students aged 11-16. This provision helps young people overcome social, emotional, and mental health barriers, re-engage with education and achieve positive outcomes.

Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff, you will provide both academic and emotional support within a structured, nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 and small-group basis


• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation


• Assist students during lessons and throughout the school day


• Build positive, professional relationships


• Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence


• Help maintain a safe and supportive learning environment

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Calm, patient, and resilient


• Confident supporting young people with additional needs


• A strong communicator and team player


• Passionate about making a difference

Experience in education, youth work, care, coaching, or support work is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• £14.25 per hour


• Full-time role from September


• Supportive specialist setting


• Ongoing training and development


• Valuable experience for careers in education, psychology, or youth work

Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS.