SEMH Teaching Assistant

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK. Pay rates shown are dependent on qualifications and recent experience.

About the role

Connex Education is working in partnership with a specialist SEMH setting within the Ashby De La Zouch area to recruit experienced and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants to provide 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, resilient and proactive practitioner who has experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will understand the importance of building positive, trusting relationships with pupils, supporting emotional regulation and promoting engagement in learning. You’ll work closely with teachers and other professionals to create a safe, supportive and structured learning environment where pupils feel understood, encouraged and able to make progress.

We are looking for someone who can adapt their approach to meet individual needs, respond calmly and confidently to challenging situations, and recognise the importance of consistency, patience and positive behaviour support. If you’re passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Assignment Details

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support. This is a supply opportunity starting ASAP, ideal for a practitioner with a strong background in SEMH who can provide consistent, tailored support to meet pupils’ individual needs. The role is offered on a full time, long term basis.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
• Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
• Career progression via our TA to Tutor conversion course
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Person Specification

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school or specialist setting.
• Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils.
• Strong behaviour-management skills and the ability to respond calmly and consistently to challenging situations.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may experience barriers to learning.
• A good understanding of emotional regulation, safeguarding and the importance of consistent support.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, alongside a patient, flexible and proactive approach.
• Reliability, organisation and a genuine commitment to helping pupils reach their potential.
• Have a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to process a new one.

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.