SEMH Support Assistant – September 2025 Start Ideal for psychology graduates, care professionals, youth mentors, or anyone passionate about supporting vulnerable young people Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people this September? Do you have experience, whether through work, study, or personal life, supporting individuals with emotional, behavioural, or additional needs? Teaching Personnel are working closely with a specialist SEMH school and are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and resilient individual to join their team as a full-time SEMH Support Assistant from September 2025. The Role: You’ll be supporting students aged 11–16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Many also present with additional diagnoses such as autism (ASD), ADHD, or behavioural challenges. Your responsibilities may include: Providing 1:1 or small group support in the classroom Helping students manage their emotions and behaviour Building strong, supportive relationships Promoting progress in learning, confidence, and social development Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff Assisting with personal care when needed (training provided) Who This Role Would Suit: Psychology, criminology, or education graduates looking for hands-on experience Care workers, residential support staff, or healthcare assistants Youth workers, sports/activity leaders, or pastoral mentors Individuals with personal or professional experience of SEN, SEMH, or behaviour support Anyone with a calm, empathetic nature looking for a rewarding role What You'll Need: Experience working or volunteering with children, young people, or vulnerable adults A resilient and compassionate attitude Confidence in supporting challenging behaviour (training provided) A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one What’s On Offer: Full-time, long-term position starting September 2025 Full training and ongoing support A rewarding opportunity to make a difference Valuable experience for careers in education, psychology, social care, or mental health All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.