SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate and experienced SENM Teaching assistant looking for a new role?

We are currently working with the excellent SEMH schools across Chesterfield to find teaching assistants to join them on day to day supply or long term roles starting from September 2026.

No two SEMH schools are the same and we need great staff who can work across all our SEMH schools and have extensive experience working with children with a variation of Social Emotional Mental Health needs.

• Have previous relevant experience working with children with SEMH.
• Be kind, patient and understanding.
• Have great communication skills.
• Have compassion and Empathy.
• Be a naturally caring person.

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme
  * Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• Teacher Active Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
  * Terms and Conditions apply*

Teacher Active is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.