Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant (Postgraduate Opportunity)
Do you have a nurturing and compassionate nature? Are you a recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sports-related fields looking to make a meaningful impact? Teaching Personnel are seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
This full-time Teaching Assistant position, based in Bristol, involves working with both Primary and Secondary SEN students who may experience challenges with emotional regulation and may have experienced trauma.
As a Teaching Assistant, your role will extend far beyond academic support. You will build strong, trusting relationships with students, helping them understand and manage their emotions through consistent communication and positive reinforcement. This role is particularly suited to graduates looking to pursue careers in educational psychology, youth justice, social work, or coaching.
The school provides a unique and engaging curriculum, combining core academic subjects such as Maths and English with practical life skills, including cooking and mechanics, supported by on-site specialist facilities.
About the role:
Full-time position, Monday to Friday (08:00 – 15:00)
Small class sizes of 8–10 pupils, allowing for meaningful relationship building
Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Sports Science, or related fields
£92 per day, paid weekly
On-site parking and accessible transport routes
Opportunity to progress into a long-term or permanent contract
What you need:
A degree in Psychology, Criminology, Sports, or a related field
A strong desire to support vulnerable young people and make a positive impact
Confidence working with challenging behaviour and emotionally dysregulated students
Resilience, adaptability, and a calm, proactive approach
A genuine passion for child development, behaviour support, and mentoring
This role is available immediately. If you are looking to take the next step in your career and become a positive role model for young people who need guidance and support, we encourage you to apply.
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.
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