SEMH Teaching Assistant SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Location: B90
Pay: £85 – £100 per day (Dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Monday–Friday (Long-term opportunity)
Smile Education is currently working in partnership with a specialist SEMH alternate provision school in B90, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs and additional learning requirements.
We are seeking a resilient and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them to regulate emotions, access learning and build positive relationships.
The Role
Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small group basis.
Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management.
Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement.
Implement behaviour support strategies and positive handling where required.
Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times.
Build strong, consistent relationships with pupils.
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff.
Uphold safeguarding, wellbeing and school policies at all times.About the School
Specialist alternate provision with small class sizes.
Around 50 pupils across the setting.
Strong focus on SEMH support, wellbeing and re-engagement.
Supportive leadership team with clear behaviour frameworks.
Well-resourced environment designed for pupil regulation and engagement.
Children aged 9-16 - Access to GCSE educationRequirements
Experience working in SEMH or SEN settings (minimum 3–6 months preferred).
Experience in alternate provision is highly desirable.
Team Teach training strongly advantageous.
Calm, patient and resilient approach to behaviour.
Passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people.
Reliable and committed to full-time work.
Able to provide 2 references covering the past 2 years (one child-related).
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful difference supporting pupils who require structure, understanding and consistency.
Apply today to be considered for this SEMH Teaching Assistant role in B90.
We are committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks including DBS, Barred List and reference checks.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications