Teaching Assistant / TA

TeacherActive Limited.; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEMH school in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis. You will work with teaching staff to support learning and personal development, delivering small group sessions and one-to-one interventions in a safe, inclusive environment.

Join a team that values empathy, resilience and teamwork as you help students overcome barriers to learning, build positive relationships, and contribute to their progress and futures in a specialist educational setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEMH or SEN setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teaching staff to support students in their learning and personal development.
• Assist in delivering small group sessions and one-to-one interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Help maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment.
• Foster strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage progress and engagement.

Skills

Experience with children

SEMH/SEN experience

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Exeter, Devon

Salary: £100-£115 per day

Contract: Permanent

Are you passionate about supporting young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs to reach their full potential?

A specialist SEMH school in Exeter is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. Our school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for students who struggle in mainstream education due to challenging behaviours and the effects of trauma.

The Role:

• Work closely with teaching staff to support students in their learning and personal development.
• Assist in delivering small group sessions and one-to-one interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Help maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment.
• Foster strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage progress and engagement.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEMH or SEN setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to making a difference.
• Gain valuable experience in a specialist educational setting.
• Enjoy the opportunity to positively impact students’ lives and futures.

Join us and help empower our students to succeed

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.