SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Worcester

Start Date: September

Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you have the resilience and patience to help students overcome barriers to learning?

Can you build positive relationships and create a safe, engaging learning environment?

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a supportive Alternative Provision in Worcester that is committed to helping young people re‑engage with education. The setting has a small, dedicated team who are passionate about creating a positive learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential.

The school is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant on a full‑time, long‑term basis for a minimum of two months, starting in September. The successful Teaching Assistant will support students aged 11 to 16 with SEMH needs, working closely with experienced teaching staff to manage challenging behaviour, build positive relationships and help pupils overcome barriers to learning through a calm and consistent approach.

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or additional needs
• Previous experience within an Alternative Provision, PRU or similar educational setting is desirable
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• A patient, resilient and positive attitude
• The ability to manage challenging behaviour confidently and consistently
• A Teaching Assistant qualification is not essential, but relevant experience is highly valued

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• Teacher Active Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you are paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there is no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard‑earned cash.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.