SEMH Teaching Assistant - Northampton- SEMH Teaching Assistant
Full-Time | Immediate Start | £85-£120 per day
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
Do you have experience as a Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, or Support Worker?
Are you considering a long-term career in education, advocacy, or youth justice?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team in Northampton, working with children and young people who face social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. Your role will be to help students overcome barriers to learning by supporting their emotional regulation and promoting positive engagement in the classroom.
What you'll be doing:
Providing one-to-one and group support for students with SEMH needs
Supporting students with emotional regulation techniques and self-soothing strategies
Assisting with personal care if required
Creating a calm and safe environment to help students thrive academically and emotionally
Working closely with teachers and safeguarding leads to support vulnerable learners
Promoting inclusion and helping young people build positive relationships
What we're looking for:
Experience working with children or young people with additional needs (formal or informal)
A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach
An understanding of safeguarding practices
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children
Someone looking to develop a career in education, therapy, youth work, or similar fields
Role Details:
Location: Northampton
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay: £85 - £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP (subject to compliance checks)
Contract: Long-term, with the opportunity for a permanent role
This SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Northampton is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting students with SEMH, SEN, and trauma-related needs in an educational setting. Whether you're aiming for a future in teaching, youth justice, or therapy, this Northampton based role is a fantastic starting point.
Apply today to become a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Northampton and make a real impact in a young person's life.
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