SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN School

SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN School | Cranbrook | Full Time | September Start

Location: Cranbrook, Kent

Salary: £25,185–£26,402 FTE (Actual salary approximately £22,121), based on Grade 4, Point 9

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full Time

Do you have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? A specialist SEN school in Cranbrook is looking to appoint a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join its dedicated team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing environment where every day brings the chance to positively impact a young person's education and wellbeing.

Whether you already have experience in an SEN setting or come from a background in youth work, care, coaching or support work, we'd love to hear from you.

• Support pupils with SEMH needs both in the 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.
• A calm, empathetic and resilient approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine interest in working within a specialist SEN environment.
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally.

• A permanent full-time role starting in September.
• Salary of £25,185–£26,402 FTE, with an actual salary of approximately £22,121.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• A welcoming and experienced staff team that values collaboration.
• Opportunities for career development within special educational needs.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people every day.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.