Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, or Youth Worker looking for a rewarding role supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Tradewind Recruitment is working with a friendly and inclusive school in the NG13 area seeking a Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to secure a long-term, permanent role in a supportive school environment.
This position is ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support to succeed in school.
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Responsibilities
1. Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions for pupils with SEMH needs
2. Support behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
3. Assist teachers in delivering engaging and structured learning activities
4. Build positive relationships with pupils to support confidence and wellbeing
5. Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral staff
6. Help maintain a safe, supportive, and structured classroom environment
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Requirements
7. Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional needs
8. Background in education, youth work, care, support work, or mental health support is desirable
9. Calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management
10. Strong communication and relationship-building skills
11. Ability to adapt to different pupil needs
12. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
What We Offer
13. £100-£130 per day depending on experience
14. Full-time position in a welcoming and supportive school
15. Temp-to-perm opportunity for long-term stability
16. Immediate start available
17. Access to training and CPD, including behaviour management and SEMH strategies
18. Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant
Apply Now
If you are a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker, or SEMH specialist looking for a rewarding full-time role in the NG13 area, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this SEMH Teaching Assistant role with an immediate start.