SEMH Teaching Assistant – Salisbury Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in a supportive and rewarding environment? Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and empathetic SEMH Teaching Assistants to join one of our partnered SEN schools in the Salisbury area this September. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for either full-time or part-time work, with flexible hours to suit your availability. The Role: You will be working closely with students aged 7–16 who have a range of additional needs, primarily SEMH, as well as ADHD, autism, and behavioural difficulties. Your role will involve supporting students in small groups and on a 1:1 basis to help them achieve their full potential, both academically and emotionally. Key Responsibilities: Supporting pupils with SEMH and associated needs Delivering tailored interventions to promote engagement and progress Assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation Working collaboratively with teaching staff and SENCOs Encouraging social development and positive relationships Ideal Candidates Will Have: Experience working with children with SEMH or SEN (desired but not essential) A patient, resilient and empathetic approach A passion for helping vulnerable young people succeed The ability to build positive relationships and maintain strong boundaries A willingness to undergo safeguarding checks and complete necessary training Why Work with Teaching Personnel? Competitive daily pay, paid weekly Flexible working to suit your lifestyle Free access to ongoing CPD and training including Team Teach and Safeguarding A personal consultant to support your career journey Opportunity to gain experience in specialist SEN settings Potential for long-term or permanent placements If you're ready to make a genuine impact in the lives of young learners and become part of a supportive school community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to begin your journey as an SEMH Teaching Assistant with Teaching Personnel. 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.