SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £95 to £105 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 August 2025 |
| Location: | Colwick, Nottinghamshire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 183408 |
Summary
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Nottinghamshire, NG5
Location: Nottinghamshire, NG5
Daily Rate: £95-£105 per day
Contract: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am - 4:00pm
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a nurturing, experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have proven experience using therapeutic approaches to help children thrive?
About the Role
We are recruiting for a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in the NG5 area. This role involves working closely with pupils with SEMH needs, many of whom may display challenging behaviour. You'll deliver structured support, both 1:1 and in small groups, helping children regulate their emotions, engage in learning, and develop trusting relationships.
Experience with recognised therapeutic interventions is essential, and we're particularly keen to hear from candidates trained in approaches such as Lego Therapy, Drawing and Talking, ELSA, or similar.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
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Deliver targeted therapeutic interventions (e.g. ELSA, Drawing & Talking, Lego Therapy)
Deliver targeted therapeutic interventions (e.g. ELSA, Drawing & Talking, Lego Therapy)
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Promote emotional regulation, resilience and wellbeing
Promote emotional regulation, resilience and wellbeing
-
Support the class teacher in managing behaviour and classroom routines
Support the class teacher in managing behaviour and classroom routines
-
Monitor and report on progress, behaviour and engagement
Monitor and report on progress, behaviour and engagement
-
Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff
Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff
What We're Looking For
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Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or relevant experience)
Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or relevant experience)
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Extensive experience supporting children with SEMH needs
Extensive experience supporting children with SEMH needs
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Training in recognised therapeutic interventions (desirable)
Training in recognised therapeutic interventions (desirable)
-
Calm, empathetic and consistent approach to behaviour support
Calm, empathetic and consistent approach to behaviour support
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Ability to build trusting, positive relationships with children and colleagues
Ability to build trusting, positive relationships with children and colleagues
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
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No daily supply - consistent work in one school
No daily supply - consistent work in one school
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Opportunity for the role to become permanent
Opportunity for the role to become permanent
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Access to free CPD training, including Behaviour Management and Mental Health
Access to free CPD training, including Behaviour Management and Mental Health
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Trial days offered before committing
Trial days offered before committing
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Commutable From:
Nottingham, Arnold, Carlton, Mapperley, Hucknall, Bulwell, Gedling, and surrounding areas
Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process
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Apply - Send us your CV
Apply - Send us your CV
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Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and goals
Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and goals
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Matching - We'll find the right setting for you
Matching - We'll find the right setting for you
-
Trial Day - Visit the school before committing
Trial Day - Visit the school before committing
-
Start Work - Begin your new role in September 2025
Start Work - Begin your new role in September 2025
Please note: A valid enhanced DBS and two references are required for trial days.
If this role isn't quite the right fit, get in touch with India @ Long Term Futures to discuss other opportunities.
Location: Nottinghamshire, NG5
Daily Rate: £95-£105 per day
Contract: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am - 4:00pm
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a nurturing, experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have proven experience using therapeutic approaches to help children thrive?
About the Role
We are recruiting for a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in the NG5 area. This role involves working closely with pupils with SEMH needs, many of whom may display challenging behaviour. You'll deliver structured support, both 1:1 and in small groups, helping children regulate their emotions, engage in learning, and develop trusting relationships.
Experience with recognised therapeutic interventions is essential, and we're particularly keen to hear from candidates trained in approaches such as Lego Therapy, Drawing and Talking, ELSA, or similar.
Key Responsibilities
-
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
-
Deliver targeted therapeutic interventions (e.g. ELSA, Drawing & Talking, Lego Therapy)
Deliver targeted therapeutic interventions (e.g. ELSA, Drawing & Talking, Lego Therapy)
-
Promote emotional regulation, resilience and wellbeing
Promote emotional regulation, resilience and wellbeing
-
Support the class teacher in managing behaviour and classroom routines
Support the class teacher in managing behaviour and classroom routines
-
Monitor and report on progress, behaviour and engagement
Monitor and report on progress, behaviour and engagement
-
Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff
Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff
What We're Looking For
-
Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or relevant experience)
Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or relevant experience)
-
Extensive experience supporting children with SEMH needs
Extensive experience supporting children with SEMH needs
-
Training in recognised therapeutic interventions (desirable)
Training in recognised therapeutic interventions (desirable)
-
Calm, empathetic and consistent approach to behaviour support
Calm, empathetic and consistent approach to behaviour support
-
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Strong teamwork and communication skills
-
Ability to build trusting, positive relationships with children and colleagues
Ability to build trusting, positive relationships with children and colleagues
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
-
No daily supply - consistent work in one school
No daily supply - consistent work in one school
-
Opportunity for the role to become permanent
Opportunity for the role to become permanent
-
Access to free CPD training, including Behaviour Management and Mental Health
Access to free CPD training, including Behaviour Management and Mental Health
-
Trial days offered before committing
Trial days offered before committing
-
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Commutable From:
Nottingham, Arnold, Carlton, Mapperley, Hucknall, Bulwell, Gedling, and surrounding areas
Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process
-
Apply - Send us your CV
Apply - Send us your CV
-
Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and goals
Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and goals
-
Matching - We'll find the right setting for you
Matching - We'll find the right setting for you
-
Trial Day - Visit the school before committing
Trial Day - Visit the school before committing
-
Start Work - Begin your new role in September 2025
Start Work - Begin your new role in September 2025
Please note: A valid enhanced DBS and two references are required for trial days.
If this role isn't quite the right fit, get in touch with India @ Long Term Futures to discuss other opportunities.