SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant (1:1 SEMH Support) - September Start

Location: Bradford
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term (Potential Permanent Opportunity)

Milk Education are recruiting a resilient, confident, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a primary-aged child with high Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bradford.

This is a rewarding yet challenging role supporting one child on a 1:1 basis
. The successful candidate will have excellent behaviour management skills
, remain calm under pressure, and be able to build positive, consistent relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
Team Teach training is essential for this position.

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with high SEMH needs
• Use strong behaviour management strategies to support emotional regulation and engagement
• Implement de‑escalation techniques and positive behaviour support plans
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider pastoral team
• Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs
• Foster a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
• Record and report on progress, behaviour, and interventions
• Support the pupil's social, emotional, and academic development

• Team Teach trained (essential)
• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH and challenging behaviour
• Confident in managing behaviours that challenge using a calm, consistent approach
• Resilient, patient, and emotionally intelligent
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Able to build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
• Available full-time from September
• Experience in a school or specialist setting is highly desirable

• Supportive and experienced school leadership team
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Potential pathway to a permanent position
• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey

Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency with a mission to be the most rewarding agency to work both with and for.

Benefits include:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Free CPD-accredited training courses
• Wellbeing support and a dedicated consultant
• 24/7 communication and guidance
• Training tailored to your specific role

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.