Job Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Walsall
Duration: July 2026, Full-Time
Start Date: November 2025
Salary: £18k-21k
The School & Role:
Are you a passionate and experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant with a background working in SEMH or Alternative Provision Schools, looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a thriving all through school in Walsall as well as surrounding areas. This is a full-time, ongoing position within the school. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will be working within small groups as well as 1:1 with both primary and secondary school students who have Social, Emotional, Mental Health needs as well as challenging behaviour.
The school is an all-age Special School with the aim to provide a supportive, consistent, educational environment for all students, promoting positive mental health alongside academic achievement. The school also focuses on developing social skills, independence, self-motivation and respect for others.
To apply, please contact James at Balfor on 0121 260 0000
Responsibilities :
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, your role will include:
Work under the direction of teachers to support students 1:1 and in small group settings.
Adapt learning materials and activities to meet pupils needs, often with a focus on behaviour, social and emotional support.
Promote positive behaviour and manage challenging behaviour.
Build trusting relationships with pupils who may have emotional or behavioral difficulties.
Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
Requirements :
Experience Working in a SEMH or Alternative Provision (PRU) school setting Essential
Qualification Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant Qualification - Ideal
Empathy & Understanding A nurturing, patient approach
Strong Behavioral Management Calm under pressure, supportive and consistent
Adaptability & Resilience Able to meet varied needs across different schools
Excellent Communication With pupils, staff, and families
What youll get in return :
Youll receive a competitive daily rate along with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the education sector. Weve proudly supported schools in the area for many years.
What to do next :
Click Apply Now to submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career.
About Balfor Recruitment:
Balfor Recruitment is an award-winning agency providing temporary contract, and permanent staffing to the public, private, and non-profit sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we supply specialists in:
SEN Teachers and TAs
Primary and Secondary Teachers and Support Staff
Nursery Nurses and Assistants
FE Lecturers
Note Takes and Academic Support Workers
BSL Signers and Dyslexia Tutors
We are REC members. All candidates pay rates align with AWR, meaning qualified supply teachers can be paid to scale.
Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
We are committed to Safer Recruitment and all appointments are subject to vetting, including a DBS check.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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