Teaching Assistant - SEMH / SEND Support (Full-Time, September Start) Do you have proven experience supporting young people with additional needs and the energy to thrive in a fast-paced environment? We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to support students with ADHD, Autism, SEMH needs, and trauma backgrounds. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, adaptable, and confident in managing behaviour while promoting engagement. Your role will include: Supporting students in lessons to remain focused and engaged Implementing behaviour support plans and de-escalation strategies Encouraging positive social interactions and emotional development Assisting with both academic and pastoral support We are looking for someone who: Has atleast 6 months experience working with young people who have SEND/SEMH. This can be in school, care or youth work settings. Is confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner Has excellent communication and teamwork skills Can use initiative and adapt to changing situations Full-time position starting in September If you are passionate about helping young people succeed despite challenges, we want to hear from you. 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.