Semh teaching assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Kettering, Northamptonshire - Part time opportunity - Start date: After February half term

Are you an experienced teaching assistant who has a passion to support students with additional needs?

Do you have experience working with social, emotional, and mental health needs?

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a primary school in Kettering to appoint a 1:1 SEMH teaching assistant on a part time basis!

***SEMH Teaching Assistant - Kettering, Northamptonshire

***Part time opportunity

***Part of a multi-academy trust

****Strong sense of community within the school

About the school - SEMH TA - Kettering, Northamptonshire

The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary setting with a strong sense of community. It places high importance on positive relationships between pupils, staff, and families, creating a calm and supportive learning environment. Clear routines and high expectations for behaviour help pupils feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. The leadership team is approachable and supportive, valuing staff wellbeing and encouraging professional development. The curriculum is engaging and well structured, supporting both academic achievement and pupils' personal and social development.

About you - SEMH TA - Kettering, Northamptonshire

Builds trusting, consistent relationships with pupils
Demonstrates excellent emotional awareness and empathy
Supports pupils with emotional regulation and coping strategies
Uses de-escalation techniques calmly and effectively
Follows behaviour support plans and risk assessments precisely
Maintains clear boundaries while remaining nurturing and patient

How to apply - SEMH TA - Kettering, Northamptonshire

Please contact Lucy at Tradewind on (phone number removed) for more information or send your cv to for an immediate call back