Job Description

SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant

Location: Northampton and surrounding areas
Via: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a variety of supportive and inclusive primary, secondary and SEN schools across Northampton and the surrounding areas to recruit SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistants. These roles are ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and helping them thrive both academically and emotionally.

Schools are seeking dedicated professionals who can provide consistent, nurturing support to children who may display challenging behaviour or require additional emotional regulation support. Roles may be short-term, long-term, or ongoing depending on school needs, making this a great opportunity for candidates seeking flexibility or longer-term placements.

The Role:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs

  • Support emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies

  • Implement behaviour support plans and interventions

  • Create a calm, structured, and safe learning environment

  • Work closely with class teachers, SEND teams, and pastoral staff

  • Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, behaviour challenges, or additional needs

  • Backgrounds in education, SEND, youth work, care, or mental health support are welcome

  • Calm, patient, and resilient with a nurturing approach

  • Confident in managing behaviour using positive and trauma-informed strategies

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Committed to helping pupils build confidence and independence

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Access to a wide range of primary school settings

  • Competitive daily pay rates

  • Ongoing CPD and behaviour-focused training

  • Support from a dedicated consultant with SEND expertise

  • Flexible working opportunities

This is a rewarding opportunity for an SEMH Specialist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of primary-aged pupils.

Apply today to join Tradewind Recruitment and help young learners reach their full potential.