Job Description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, or Youth Worker looking for a rewarding role supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a friendly and inclusive school in the NG13 area seeking a Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to secure a long-term, permanent role in a supportive school environment.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support to succeed in school.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions for pupils with SEMH needs

  • Support behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies

  • Assist teachers in delivering engaging and structured learning activities

  • Build positive relationships with pupils to support confidence and wellbeing

  • Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral staff

  • Help maintain a safe, supportive, and structured classroom environment

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Requirements

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional needs

  • Background in education, youth work, care, support work, or mental health support is desirable

  • Calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Ability to adapt to different pupil needs

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer

  • £100-£130 per day depending on experience

  • Full-time position in a welcoming and supportive school

  • Temp-to-perm opportunity for long-term stability

  • Immediate start available

  • Access to training and CPD, including behaviour management and SEMH strategies

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant

Apply Now

If you are a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker, or SEMH specialist looking for a rewarding full-time role in the NG13 area, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this SEMH Teaching Assistant role with an immediate start.