Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist Provision

Location: Milton Keynes
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term/Permanent Opportunities Available
Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

Do you have the resilience, empathy, and dedication to support young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges?

A specialist SEMH provision in Milton Keynes is seeking committed and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistants to join their team from September 2026. This setting supports students who require additional emotional and behavioural support to access education, helping them build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships.

This is more than a teaching assistant role-it's an opportunity to become a trusted adult, positive role model, and advocate for young people who need support to overcome barriers to learning.

Your Role Will Involve:

  • Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

  • Building positive, trusting relationships that help students feel safe, understood, and engaged

  • Supporting pupils to manage emotions, regulate behaviour, and develop coping strategies

  • Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals to implement personalised support plans

  • Using de-escalation techniques and restorative approaches to promote positive behaviour

  • Encouraging participation in learning and helping students re-engage with education

  • Contributing to a nurturing, structured environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally

We're Looking For Someone Who:

✔ Is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and making a meaningful difference

✔ Demonstrates patience, resilience, and emotional intelligence

✔ Has experience working with children or young people in education, youth work, care, sports coaching, or support settings (desirable but not essential)

✔ Understands, or is willing to learn about, trauma-informed practice and SEMH support strategies

✔ Can remain calm and consistent when managing challenging behaviour

✔ Works effectively as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team

Why Join This School?

  • A rewarding role where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person's future

  • Supportive leadership and a highly experienced pastoral team

  • Opportunities for long-term progression and permanent employment

  • Access to specialist SEMH training and development

  • A collaborative environment where staff wellbeing is valued

  • The chance to help students rebuild confidence, trust, and engagement with education

Training and Development with Tradewind:

Through Tradewind, you'll have free access to over 2,500 CPD-certified courses via The National College, including:

  • Behaviour Management

  • Trauma-Informed Practice

  • SEMH and Mental Health Awareness

  • Restorative Approaches

  • Safeguarding and Child Protection

  • SEND and Inclusive Education Strategies

Whether you're an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant or looking to transfer your skills from care, youth work, coaching, or support services, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a genuine difference.

Apply today or get in touch to learn more about SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunities in Milton Keynes for September 2026.