Do you believe every child deserves a chance to succeed, no matter the challenges they face? Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to thrive both in and out of the classroom? If so, SAIL Academy is looking for someone exactly like you.
About Us
A vibrant, specialist provision based in Salisbury dedicated to transforming the lives of young people between the ages of 5-16 with SEMH needs. We provide a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where students are supported to build confidence, develop resilience, and achieve their potential. Every day is different, and every day makes a difference.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our passionate, close-knit team. You’ll work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to create a calm, engaging, and structured environment that meets the complex needs of our learners. This is more than a support role – it's a chance to become a trusted adult in a young person’s life.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups, both in and outside of the classroom.
Assisting with learning activities tailored to individual needs and interests.
Promoting emotional regulation, resilience, and positive relationships.
Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to deliver holistic support.
Helping create an inclusive, safe, and inspiring environment for all learners.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking individuals with experience in:
Education settings (mainstream or specialist), or
Youth work or mentoring, or
Any professional environment supporting children or young people with SEMH or similar additional needs.
You’ll also need:
Patience, empathy, and a sense of humour.
A proactive, team-focused attitude.
A passion for empowering young people to overcome barriers.
Professional development is at our core. Whether you’re looking to build on existing experience or start a new chapter in education, we offer training, career development, and a supportive, forward-thinking community.
Why Us?
A rewarding role with real impact
Supportive leadership and team culture
Beautiful Salisbury location
Career progression opportunities
Permanent, full-time contracts for the right candidates
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.
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