SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN School

Position

SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN School. Full-time contract.

Location:

Cranbrook, Kent. Start:
September 2026. Salary: £25,185–£26,402 per annum (actual salary approximately £22,121 FTE).

• Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in classroom and through targeted interventions.
• Build positive relationships that help students develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting learning to meet individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing using consistent support strategies.
• Work closely with teaching staff, therapists and pastoral teams to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.

• Experience supporting children or young people is desirable, but not essential.
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine interest in working within a specialist SEN environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

• Permanent full-time role starting in September.
• Salary: £25,185–£26,402 per annum; actual salary approx £22,121 FTE.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• Welcoming and experienced staff team that values collaboration.
• Opportunities for career development within special educational needs.
• Chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people daily.

All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.