SEMH TA

SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Whitworth
Contract: Long-term
Full Time: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay: £105 - £115 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Expected End Date: End of the Academic Year

A supportive and inclusive school in Whitworth is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This long-term opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

The school provides a nurturing and structured environment where pupils receive the individual support they need to succeed both academically and socially. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and the wider support team to provide tailored support, encourage positive behaviour, and promote emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs

• Supporting pupils to access learning while promoting engagement and independence

• Assisting with emotional regulation and behaviour management using positive and restorative approaches

• Implementing EHCPs, behaviour support plans, and targeted interventions

• Building positive relationships that foster trust, confidence, and resilience

• Supporting pupils during lessons, breaktimes, and transitions throughout the school day

• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, and external professionals

• Recording and reporting pupil progress and wellbeing where required

• A welcoming and supportive staff team

• A well-resourced learning environment with a strong pastoral ethos

• Ongoing CPD and specialist training opportunities

• A rewarding role supporting pupils to achieve positive outcomes

• Long-term stability within a supportive school community

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in SEN education while making a genuine difference to the lives of children with SEMH needs.

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs

• Be calm, patient, resilient, and adaptable

• Be confident supporting behaviour in a positive and consistent manner

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (desirable)

• Hold Team Teach, MAPA, or equivalent de-escalation training (desirable)

• Free access to CPD and safeguarding training

• Dedicated consultant and ongoing support

• Competitive daily pay of £105 - £115

• Long-term placement through to the end of the academic year

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Child and Adult Workforce) check, satisfactory references, and full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE 2025) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.