SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Bedford
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time and part-time available
Salary: £90 - £100 per day
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

About the Role

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs in schools across Bedford from September 2025.

These roles suit individuals who are confident managing behaviour and building positive relationships with students who may have experienced trauma or disruption in their learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEMH needs

• Support emotional regulation, engagement, and wellbeing

• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams

• Promote a positive, consistent and supportive learning environment

Requirements

• Experience with SEMH, behaviour support, or youth work

• Calm, empathetic, and consistent approach

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

• Relevant training (Team Teach or similar) is a bonus

Why Work with Tradewind?

• Weekly pay every Friday

• Roles matched to your experience and availability

• Free CPD including SEMH and behaviour management

• Dedicated local consultant and career support

Apply now to secure a SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Bedford for September.
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