SEMH Teaching Assistant – Dunstable
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you looking to build a rewarding career in education, mental health or youth support?
A welcoming and well-resourced specialist school in Dunstable is looking to appoint a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their experienced team from September. This is an excellent opportunity to gain invaluable experience while making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into specialist education, this SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers exceptional training, long-term career progression and the opportunity to secure a permanent position.
Role Details
Location: Dunstable
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £470–£520 per week (paid weekly)
Contract: Full-time, long-term with the opportunity to become permanent
Progression: Teacher training and excellent career development opportunities available
This SEMH Teaching Assistant role is ideal for:
Experienced Teaching Assistants
Youth Workers
Residential Support Workers
Psychology, Criminology or Education graduates
Individuals with relevant voluntary or support work experience
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
Help students regulate their emotions, develop positive behaviours and engage confidently in learning.
Build positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence and resilience.
Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists and external professionals to support individual learning plans.
Assist with behaviour strategies and interventions that enable pupils to achieve their full potential.
What We Offer
Competitive weekly pay of £470–£520.
Full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent contract.
Opportunity to start before September, subject to satisfactory compliance checks.
Teacher training and excellent career progression opportunities.
Outstanding experience for careers in education, psychology, counselling, mental health or social care.
Ongoing support from a dedicated Academics consultant throughout your placement.
If you're resilient, compassionate and committed to helping young people overcome barriers to learning, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity in Dunstable.
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