SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £90 i £95 bob dydd |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 13 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Leeds, West Yorkshire |
| Cwmni: | senploy |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 206919 |
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SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Leeds
Contract: Temporary to permanent (term time only). Monday to Friday (8:30-3:30)
Start date: ASAP
Salary: £90 - £95 per day (dependant on experience)
We are proud to be partnering with a specialist school dedicated to supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and helping them thrive both academically and personally.
At this nurturing and inclusive school, every pupil is supported through an individualised approach that recognises their unique experiences, strengths and needs. As part of a dedicated and supportive team, you will play a key role in helping pupils develop emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive relationships.
Your patience, empathy and commitment will make a real difference in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.
The school delivers a highly personalised, therapeutic and engaging curriculum, designed to support pupils' social, emotional and academic development. They are now seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their committed team, working closely with pupils to promote engagement, wellbeing and positive behaviour in a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning
- Deliver engaging and structured learning activities that support emotional regulation and engagement
- Work closely with a dedicated pastoral and teaching team to support pupils' development and wellbeing
- Use a range of behaviour and communication strategies to support positive relationships and engagement
- Provide consistent emotional support and mentoring, promoting confidence and self-esteem
- Support pupils to develop coping strategies, resilience and positive behaviour throughout the school day
- Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or additional behavioural needs
- Strong patience, empathy and positive behaviour management skills
- Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle with emotional regulation
- Willingness to support off-site activities and enrichment opportunities
- A genuine passion for helping pupils overcome barriers and reach their potential
- Good understanding of safeguarding and accurate record-keeping
- Team Teach trained (or willing to undertake training)
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.
We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career - taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.
Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this role.
Location: Leeds
Contract: Temporary to permanent (term time only). Monday to Friday (8:30-3:30)
Start date: ASAP
Salary: £90 - £95 per day (dependant on experience)
We are proud to be partnering with a specialist school dedicated to supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and helping them thrive both academically and personally.
At this nurturing and inclusive school, every pupil is supported through an individualised approach that recognises their unique experiences, strengths and needs. As part of a dedicated and supportive team, you will play a key role in helping pupils develop emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive relationships.
Your patience, empathy and commitment will make a real difference in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.
The school delivers a highly personalised, therapeutic and engaging curriculum, designed to support pupils' social, emotional and academic development. They are now seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their committed team, working closely with pupils to promote engagement, wellbeing and positive behaviour in a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning
- Deliver engaging and structured learning activities that support emotional regulation and engagement
- Work closely with a dedicated pastoral and teaching team to support pupils' development and wellbeing
- Use a range of behaviour and communication strategies to support positive relationships and engagement
- Provide consistent emotional support and mentoring, promoting confidence and self-esteem
- Support pupils to develop coping strategies, resilience and positive behaviour throughout the school day
- Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or additional behavioural needs
- Strong patience, empathy and positive behaviour management skills
- Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle with emotional regulation
- Willingness to support off-site activities and enrichment opportunities
- A genuine passion for helping pupils overcome barriers and reach their potential
- Good understanding of safeguarding and accurate record-keeping
- Team Teach trained (or willing to undertake training)
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.
We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career - taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.
Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this role.