Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant Specialist
Location: Corby
Salary: £92.56 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the resilience, empathy, and dedication to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant Specialist to work within a specialist SEMH provision supporting students with additional behavioural and emotional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

The Role:

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant Specialist, you will:

  • Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs

  • Assist in managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies

  • Build strong, trusting relationships with students to promote engagement and emotional wellbeing

  • Support students both inside and outside the classroom environment

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies

  • Encourage social, emotional, and academic development

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

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

  • A calm, patient, and resilient approach

  • Strong behaviour management skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

  • Experience in alternative provisions, PRUs, youth work, care, or mental health support is highly desirable

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers:

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Access to over 2,500 CPD courses and professional development opportunities

  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

  • Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability

If you are ready to take on a rewarding role where every day makes a difference, apply today with Tradewind Recruitment.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Tradewind Recruitment for further information.