SEN/SEMH Support Assistant – Scarborough

Principal Resourcing; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Resourcing is recruiting SEN/SEMH Support Assistants to help children and young people overcome barriers to learning. If you’re patient, inclusive and committed to supporting loads across the UK curriculum, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer flexible opportunities: day-to-day supply, long-term placements and permanent roles, with dedicated consultant support and access to extensive CPD. A relevant TA qualification or experience supporting SEN/SEMH needs is required, along with DBS

Qualifications

• SEN/SEMH support or related roles experience preferred
• Experience working with children or young people in educational settings
• Understanding of the UK curriculum and inclusive practices

Skills

SEN/SEMH support

Teaching Assistant experience

UK curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

SEN & SEMH Support Assistant Jobs with Principal Resourcing

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?At Principal Resourcing, we believe the right support can transform a child's educational journey. We are proud to work in partnership with a wide network of schools & academies andwe’re looking for compassionate, caring SEN/SEMH Support Assistants who want to make a genuine difference. If you’re passionate about building trust, championing inclusion and helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning, we want to hear from you.Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, or looking to transfer your skills into education, we can help you find a rewarding role where your support changes lives. We can help match your strengths and aspirations with a role where you can grow, inspire and create lasting impact.With a range of long-term and permanent opportunities available, there's never been a better time to take the next step in your education career.

Your Experience Could Be Your Route Into Education

Through Principal Resourcing’s pioneering and established Get into the Classroom programme, the experience you already have could become the foundation for an inspiring new career in education — with a clear, supported pathway into the classroom.

• Supporting children with SEN or SEMH needs
• Working with children or young people in residential care settings
• Youth work and community support
• Sports coaching and mentoring
• Behaviour support roles
• Youth Health and social care environments
• Early years or childcare settings

Over 100 candidates have successfully completed our training programme and gone on to secure rewarding positions within schools across the region. Your story could be next.

What We Offer

Flexible Opportunities

• Day-to-day supply work
• Long-term placements
• Permanent opportunities

Competitive Pay

• Excellent daily rates
• Market-leading pay commitment

Training & Career Development

• Specialist SEN and SEMH training
• In-house mentoring and support
• Access to over 200 accredited CPD courses

Dedicated Consultant Support

• Personal support throughout your journey
• Local education recruitment experts
• Opportunities across a wide network of schools

What We’re Looking For

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or experience supporting SEN/SEMH needs in any capacity
• A passion for supporting children and young people
• A positive, patient and inclusive approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong subject knowledge with a solid understanding of the UK curriculum
• An enhanced DBS disclosure, or willingness to obtain one through us
• The right to work in the UK (please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship)