SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH & Complex Needs)
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Weston-super-Mare | Full-Time | £92-£105 per day | Immediate Start
Help Young People Re-engage With Education
Some pupils need more than academic support. They need someone who can build trust, provide consistency, and help them believe in themselves again.
We are recruiting a resilient and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in the Bristol area, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, and additional learning needs.
This setting supports students who may have struggled in mainstream education and benefits from a therapeutic, relationship-led approach. The successful candidate will be passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both in school and beyond.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and additional needs
Build positive relationships with students who may be disengaged from education
Support emotional regulation, resilience and self-confidence
Use a calm, consistent and trauma-informed approach to behaviour support
Help pupils access learning through practical, creative and differentiated activities
Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and wider professionals to support individual progress
Encourage independence, social development and positive routines
We're Looking For Someone Who Has Experience In:
SEN Teaching Assistant roles
Behaviour Mentor positions
Youth Work
Residential Childcare
Support Work
Care Work
Sports Coaching
Mental Health Support
Alternative Provision settings
Working with vulnerable young people
Psychology, Criminology, Childhood Studies and Education graduates are particularly encouraged to apply. xgikmsk
What Makes This Opportunity Different?
Small class sizes and high levels of support
A strong focus on relationships and individual progress
Excellent training and development opportunities
Exposure to SEMH, behaviour support and trauma-informed practice
Valuable experience for careers in:
Educational Psychology
Social Work
Counselling
Teaching
Youth Justice
Mental Health Services
Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent position
The Ideal Candidate Will Be:
Patient, resilient and empathetic
Confident building relationships with y...
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH & Complex Needs) in Milton employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering educators and supporting their professional growth. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing work culture, we offer competitive pay, free CPD training, and a dedicated consultant for guidance throughout your journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs in the vibrant Salford area.
