Teaching Assistant - SEMH Provision; Sites

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are currently recruiting for Teaching Assistants to join a specialist provision in Gloucester, supporting pupils aged 8–16 across three dedicated sites.

You will be working within a nurturing and supportive environment designed to help students who experience anxiety around attending school. The provision is split across three sites:

• Primary provision (ages 8–11)
• Secondary provision (ages 11–16)
• Girls’ provision

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students both academically and emotionally, helping them to engage with learning and develop confidence in a safe and structured setting.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs
• Help students regulate emotions and build positive relationships
• Support the delivery of tailored learning activities
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals
• Promote a calm, consistent, and supportive environment

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Calm, resilient, and empathetic approach
• Full UK driving licence (essential) – you will be required to drive school vehicles to transport students between locations

No Level 3 qualification? The school is happy to support the right candidates in gaining this qualification.

• Opportunity to work across multiple specialist settings
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support towards achieving a Level 3 TA qualification
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference

• Immediate starts available
• September 2026 starts available