SEND Teaching Assistant

Specialist Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in a specialist education setting?
Do you want to be part of a nurturing, inclusive school community?

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a supportive special school environment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong commitment to supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Role Overview

As a Group Guide, your primary focus will be to provide targeted support to a specific group of pupils with complex SEMH needs. You will play a key role in creating a safe, structured, and predictable learning environment that enables pupils to thrive both emotionally and academically.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide consistent, high-quality support to a designated group of pupils with complex SEMH needs

* Support and manage smooth transitions between lessons and activities throughout the school day

* Establish a secure and trusting environment that helps pupils regulate emotions and develop positive relationships

* Model calm, reliable adult behaviour while maintaining clear boundaries without inducing shame

* Build strong, professional relationships with pupils, acting as a key member of staff within the wider team

Essential Criteria

* Proven experience working with children or young people with complex or additional needs

* Strong understanding of positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies

* Ability to engage, motivate, and support pupils effectively

* Excellent communication skills with pupils, colleagues, and parents/carers

* GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this qualification

What’s on Offer

* Opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on pupils’ lives

* Supportive, values-driven organisation with a strong focus on staff development

* Recognised commitment to employee wellbeing and professional growth

* Term-time working pattern with additional inset days

Salary & Hours

* Salary: £22,134 - £24,011 per annum (actual salary) dependant on experience

* Hours:

33 hours per week, Monday to Friday

* Working pattern:
Term time only + 5 inset days

* Benefits:
Enhanced benefits package within a well-established education trust

If you would like to apply for this role or would like more information, please apply online and one of the team will be in touch