Teaching Assistant - SEMH Learning Support
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire (NG31)
Pay: £90 - £103 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term-time only)
Contract: Long-term to permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Make a Lasting Impact in Education - Bring Your School Experience to a Specialist SEMH Setting!
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant with a background supporting students who face social, emotional, or mental health challenges? Do you have recent, hands-on experience working within a school setting, supporting young people who need additional guidance to reach their full potential?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We're seeking two compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistants to join a nurturing SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) school in Grantham, part of a highly respected Multi-Academy Trust known for its commitment to inclusion and wellbeing. The school provides tailored education for pupils aged 5-16 who thrive in a calm, structured, and understanding environment.
What You'll Be Doing:
Supporting pupils with SEMH needs both 1:1 and in small groups, ensuring learning is engaging and accessible
Working closely with teachers to deliver structured learning activities and behaviour support strategies
Helping students develop emotional regulation and resilience through positive relationships
Contributing to a supportive, consistent classroom environment where every child can succeed
Assisting with lesson preparation, classroom management, and pupil progress monitoring
Supporting inclusion across both classroom and outdoor learning
Who We're Looking For:
Essential: Demonstrated experience working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant within a school environment (mainstream or specialist)
Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, or additional learning needs
A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to behaviour management and emotional support
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a commitment to promoting positive outcomes
Flexibility, resilience, and a genuine passion for helping young people achieve their best
Why Join Through Long Term Futures?
Immediate starts available or secure your placement for the new year
Clear progression pathways - many of our TAs move into permanent contracts or further training (e.g. HLTA or Teacher routes)
Competitive daily pay and guaranteed term-time hours
Ongoing guidance from education recruitment specialists who understand school settings
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you have the school-based experience and passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs, apply now to join a team making a genuine difference. Submit your CV today, and Adam from Long Term Futures will be in touch to guide you through the next steps