SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £90 to £100 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 April 2026 |
| Location: | Taunton, Somerset |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 205883 |
Summary
Embark on an Exhilarating Journey as a Full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant in Taunton, Somerset
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Our client, a renowned educational institution in Taunton, Somerset, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. This dynamic role offers a competitive salary of £90 - £100 per day, making it an exceptional opportunity for individuals committed to supporting students with diverse needs.
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care, guidance, and educational support to students who face unique social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your role will be to work alongside experienced teachers, creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where each student can thrive.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the delivery of engaging and differentiated lessons, ensuring that all students can access the curriculum and reach their full potential.
- Providing one-to-one or small group support, tailoring your approach to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Implementing behaviour management strategies that promote positive attitudes and self-regulation.
- Collaborating with the wider school team, including counsellors, therapists, and support staff, to develop and implement holistic care plans for students.
- Maintaining detailed records and contributing to the ongoing monitoring and assessment of student progress.
- Actively participating in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay up-to-date with the latest best practices in SEMH support.
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess:
- A genuine passion for working with young people and a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build trust and rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities to juggle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- A creative and adaptable mindset, willing to explore innovative approaches to support student learning and wellbeing.
- Relevant qualifications, such as a Teaching Assistant diploma or equivalent, and experience working in an educational or SEMH setting.
Join our client's dynamic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in Taunton, Somerset. This position offers not only a competitive salary but also the opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued.
If you are excited by the prospect of this SEMH Teaching Assistant role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Together, we can unlock the potential of every student and create a more inclusive and enriching educational experience.
- Passion for working with young people and supporting their social, emotional, and mental health needs
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities
- Patience, empathy, and resilience
- Creative and adaptable mindset
- Relevant qualifications and experience in an educational or SEMH setting
- Assist in the delivery of engaging and differentiated lessons
- Provide one-to-one or small group support to students
- Implement behaviour management strategies
- Collaborate with the wider school team to develop and implement holistic care plans
- Maintain detailed records and contribute to student progress monitoring and assessment
- Participate in professional development opportunities
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Our client, a renowned educational institution in Taunton, Somerset, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. This dynamic role offers a competitive salary of £90 - £100 per day, making it an exceptional opportunity for individuals committed to supporting students with diverse needs.
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care, guidance, and educational support to students who face unique social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your role will be to work alongside experienced teachers, creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where each student can thrive.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the delivery of engaging and differentiated lessons, ensuring that all students can access the curriculum and reach their full potential.
- Providing one-to-one or small group support, tailoring your approach to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Implementing behaviour management strategies that promote positive attitudes and self-regulation.
- Collaborating with the wider school team, including counsellors, therapists, and support staff, to develop and implement holistic care plans for students.
- Maintaining detailed records and contributing to the ongoing monitoring and assessment of student progress.
- Actively participating in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay up-to-date with the latest best practices in SEMH support.
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess:
- A genuine passion for working with young people and a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build trust and rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities to juggle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- A creative and adaptable mindset, willing to explore innovative approaches to support student learning and wellbeing.
- Relevant qualifications, such as a Teaching Assistant diploma or equivalent, and experience working in an educational or SEMH setting.
Join our client's dynamic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in Taunton, Somerset. This position offers not only a competitive salary but also the opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued.
If you are excited by the prospect of this SEMH Teaching Assistant role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Together, we can unlock the potential of every student and create a more inclusive and enriching educational experience.
- Passion for working with young people and supporting their social, emotional, and mental health needs
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities
- Patience, empathy, and resilience
- Creative and adaptable mindset
- Relevant qualifications and experience in an educational or SEMH setting
- Assist in the delivery of engaging and differentiated lessons
- Provide one-to-one or small group support to students
- Implement behaviour management strategies
- Collaborate with the wider school team to develop and implement holistic care plans
- Maintain detailed records and contribute to student progress monitoring and assessment
- Participate in professional development opportunities