SEN Teaching Assistant

Position:
SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location:

Central and west Cornwall

Contract:

Full-Time

Salary: £89.38 - £95.00 Per day

Available:
Now

We are looking for a devoted SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Middle to West Cornwall
. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, helping them access learning and achieve their potential. You will work closely with teachers and the wider team to provide tailored support, promote positive behaviour, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or additional needs.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with pupils and manage challenging behaviour calmly.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, patient, and solution-focused approach.
• Desirable:
  Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA, SEMH training) and experience in specialist or alternative provision.

• Working in a supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to help pupils develop confidence, resilience, and achieve success.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils who need extra support. If you are passionate about alternative education, driven to transform lives, and want to work in a morally driven, pupil-centred environment, we would love to hear from you.

Teaching Personnel will work with you take the next step in your teaching career!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (
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) check. Full assistance provided.
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