Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Exeter to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. This permanent role involves working closely with teaching staff, delivering tailored support, and fostering strong trusting relationships with students. Ideal candidates will have experience in an SEMH or SEN setting, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for helping students succeed. Join us to make a meaningful impact in their lives.

Benefits

Supportive dynamic team

Valuable experience in a specialist setting

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an SEMH or SEN setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature.
• Genuine passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their learning and personal development.
• Deliver small group sessions and one-to-one interventions.
• Help maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Foster strong relationships with students.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Empathy

Job description

Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant

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.

Apply Now!

This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs. If you are ready to take on this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Alec Stott at TeacherActive:

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Join us and help empower our students to succeed – apply today!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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