Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Tenterden, Kent

  • Location: Ashford, Kent
  • Pay: £92.00 - £100.00 per day
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Start Date: Immediate and ongoing opportunities

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Tenterden, Kent

Tradewind Recruitment | Multiple School Opportunities | Full-Time

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a genuine difference in a child's education and development?

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with multiple SEN and mainstream schools in the Tenterden area of Kent, supporting them with their recruitment needs. We are looking for dedicated, compassionate and proactive SEMH Teaching Assistants to join our growing team and support pupils who need additional guidance, understanding and encouragement to thrive.

With a variety of opportunities available, this is an excellent chance to gain experience across different educational settings, develop your skills and potentially secure a permanent position.

The Role - SEMH Teaching Assistant

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
  • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent and supportive role model.
  • Support pupils who may display challenging behaviour, using positive behaviour management strategies.
  • Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
  • Encourage engagement, emotional regulation and positive social interactions.
  • Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams to meet individual pupil needs.
  • Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from candidates who:

  • Have experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or additional learning needs.
  • Are patient, resilient, empathetic and confident in managing challenging situations.
  • Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Can remain calm under pressure and demonstrate a positive, consistent approach.
  • Are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.
  • Ideally have access to their own transport and hold a full UK driving licence, as opportunities are based across the Tenterden area.
  • Are available to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday.
  • Previous experience in an SEMH, SEN, youth work, care, mentoring or behavioural support setting would be highly advantageous.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Multiple opportunities: Access to roles across a range of SEN and mainstream schools in Tenterden.
  • Potential permanent opportunities: All temporary assignments may offer the opportunity to become permanent within the school.
  • Variety of settings: Gain valuable experience in different educational environments.
  • Competitive pay: Weekly pay with competitive rates, depending on experience and the role.
  • Dedicated support: Work with a specialist education recruitment consultant who understands the SEN sector.
  • Professional development: Access to training and development opportunities to help build your education career.

Interested in Making a Difference?

Whether you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant or have a background in care, support work, youth work or education, we would love to hear from you.

If you are looking for a rewarding, full-time opportunity in the Tenterden area and want to make a real difference to the lives of young people, get in touch with Tradewind Recruitment today!

Apply now to explore the SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunities available across Tenterden's SEN and mainstream schools.

Tradewind Recruitment - Supporting schools, inspiring futures.