Teaching Assistant – Full Time
SEMH SEND School (Ages 11–16)
Torbay Area | £90–£95 per day | January Start
Are you an experienced, resilient, and compassionate Teaching Assistant seeking a role where you can make a tangible difference every single day? Our specialist SEMH SEND school in the Torbay area is looking for a dedicated professional to join the team from January. This is a full-time position supporting learners aged 11 to 16 whose needs cannot be met within a mainstream environment. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) linked to their Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and we are seeking someone with the skill, confidence, and empathy to help them thrive.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly supportive provision where relationships, consistency, and restorative approaches sit at the heart of everything we do. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping students re-engage with learning, build positive relationships, and develop the emotional resilience needed to move successfully into adulthood. The position is ideally suited to someone with prior experience in SEMH, SEND, alternative provision, or youth support roles.
Key responsibilities include:
• Providing support in lessons, small groups, or one-to-one sessions
• Helping maintain a calm, structured, and emotionally safe learning environment
• Building trusting and professional relationships with students
• Supporting learners with emotional regulation and using de-escalation techniques where appropriate
• Implementing personalised strategies in line with each student’s EHCP
• Assisting with planning, assessment, and progress monitoring
• Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies
To succeed in this role, you will need strong behaviour management skills, patience, emotional maturity, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people is essential. In return, you will become part of a warm, committed school community where staff wellbeing, teamwork, and professional growth are prioritised. Training and ongoing development opportunities are available throughout the year.
This full-time post offers a competitive daily rate of £90–£95, depending on experience. It is an excellent opportunity for experienced candidates looking to further their career within a specialist setting, or for skilled practitioners seeking a new challenge where their expertise and dedication can have real impact.
If you are motivated by the chance to change lives, champion young people, and work within an environment that values every member of staff, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Apply now to join a provision where your experience truly makes a difference