SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Are you passionate about supporting young people who struggle in mainstream settings?
If yes, this opportunity to join a Specialist Alternate Provision School in Yeovil may be for you!
The Role
As a Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) focused Teaching Assistant you will play a key role in providing the best support possible to students aged 7-16 years old who struggle to thrive in mainstream settings due to emotional, social, or developmental challenges.
The school supports pupils who have experienced disrupted education and present with:
* Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs
* Anxiety and behavioural challenges
* Communication and social interaction difficulties
* Other SEND profiles requiring a nurturing, structured environment
The school’s purpose-built campus features specialist teaching rooms, a learning resource centre, sports facilities, wide corridors with natural light, and calming, accessible spaces designed to support emotional wellbeing.
This environment, combined with a broad curriculum that includes core academic subjects and social/emotional development, helps pupils build confidence, academic progress, and readiness for reintegration into mainstream settings.
Who We Are Looking For
* SEN / SEMH experience in or out of an educational setting
* Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
* Understanding of challenging behaviours
* Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
* Able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely
Working Hours / Benefits
* Full Time
* Monday - Friday
* Term Time Only
* Holiday Pay
* Access to over 10 CPD SEN training courses free of charge, and plenty more with a generous discount!
If you are ready to start shaping brighter futures, get in touch today!
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.
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