SEMH Teaching Assistant - School-Based

SEMH Teaching Assistant - School-Based
Location: Corby
Employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-Time / Term-Time (long-term and potential permanent opportunities available)
Start Date: Immediate and ongoing opportunities available

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Support Young People to Thrive

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking compassionate and committed SEMH Teaching Assistants to work within welcoming school settings in Corby. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, improve emotional wellbeing and succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
• Support students with emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage engagement and resilience.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN teams and pastoral staff to implement support strategies.
• Assist with behaviour support plans and targeted interventions.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils in developing confidence, coping strategies and positive social skills.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to school staff where appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals in education, care, youth work or mental health settings.
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people's wellbeing and development.
• Understanding of SEMH needs, safeguarding and trauma-informed practice is desirable.
• Backgrounds in psychology, counselling, youth work, social care, support work or education are highly valued.

What Tradewind Offers

• Competitive pay rates.
• Access to a range of school-based opportunities in Corby.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience and progress a career in education or pastoral support.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about supporting children's wellbeing and want to work in rewarding school-based roles across Corby, Tradewind Recruitment would love to hear from you.