SEMH Teaching Assistant Temp-to-Perm

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Multiple Vacancies (Temp-to-Perm)

Witham, Essex. Full‑time, temp‑to‑perm positions with immediate and September starts available.

You will support students who may present with social, emotional and behavioural challenges, helping them to engage with learning, regulate emotions and achieve positive outcomes.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small‑group basis.
• Building positive, professional relationships with students.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Encouraging participation, confidence and independence.
• Helping to create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.

The school is keen to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience working with children or young people.
• Have worked in SEN, SEMH, PRU, Alternative Provision, Youth Work, Care, Residential or Sports Coaching environments.
• Can remain calm, consistent and professional in challenging situations.
• Have strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Are passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
• Previous school‑based experience is desirable but not essential.

• Temp‑to‑perm opportunity with a well‑established SEN school.
• Immediate interviews and quick start dates available.
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
• Ongoing support and training.
• Rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact on young people’s lives.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within education and SEN.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to provide references covering the last two years.
• Strong positive role modelling, resilience and ability to establish professional boundaries while building trust and rapport with young people.