Overview
Are you a resilient, empathetic, and committed individual looking to make a difference in the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire from November 2025.
This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, ideal for those who are passionate about supporting children with a variety of complex behavioural and emotional needs.
The Role
You'll be supporting students who face barriers to learning due to SEMH challenges. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll play a key role in managing behaviour, developing trust-based relationships, and helping students regulate emotions and re-engage with education. Support may be 1:1 or within small group settings, depending on student need.
What We're Looking For
* Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or similar challenges
* A calm, consistent, and patient approach to working with vulnerable learners
* Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills
* A good understanding of trauma-informed practice or a willingness to learn
* A proactive and flexible mindset
* An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
What You Can Expect
* A full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent
* A structured and supportive school environment with a strong behaviour policy
* Daily pay between 95.00 and 105.00, depending on experience
* Comprehensive support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant
* Access to high-quality training and CPD in SEMH and behaviour support
This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with a background in education, care, youth work, or support services who is looking for a challenging but highly rewarding role.
Apply Now
To express your interest and be considered for this opportunity, please contact:
Lynne Ferguson
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