SEMH Teaching Assistant

Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Permanent)
SEMH Teaching Assistant Dover

Academics are seeking a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Dover. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, helping them to build confidence, emotional regulation, and positive learning habits within a nurturing environment.

Why Academics?
We're proud to be a local education agency with a personal, relationship-focused approach. By visiting our schools and support staff in person, we ensure the perfect match between educators and school environments.

What you'll do as a SEMH Teaching Assistant:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs

Assist in delivering personalised, needs-led learning activities

Help promote emotional wellbeing, resilience, and positive behaviour

Use de-escalation strategies and supportive interventions

Work closely with teachers, therapists, and external professionals

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and families

What we're looking for in a SEMH Teaching Assistant:

Experience working with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour

Strong communication, empathy, and patience

Confident behaviour management and calm under pressure

A trauma-informed, nurturing, and proactive approach

An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Apply Today
If you're a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to make a genuine impact in a caring Dover provision, we'd love to hear from you