Teaching Assistant - SEMH Learning Support

Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire (NG31)
Pay: 90 - 103 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term-time only)
Contract: Long- term to permanent
Start Dates: September 2025

Looking to Make a Difference in Young Lives? Bring Your Experience to Education

Are you from a background in care, support work, or social services? Have you worked with children, young people, or adults with challenging behaviour, mental health needs, or additional support requirements? If so, your skills could be the perfect fit for a role in a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) school.

We're recruiting two dedicated and empathetic Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming SEMH school in Grantham, part of a highly regarded Multi-Academy Trust committed to inclusion and support. This school works with young people aged 5-16 who need a calm, consistent, and understanding environment to thrive.

If you're ready for a September 2025 start, or looking a little further ahead, we have opportunities available for both.

What You'll Be Doing:

Supporting students with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Assisting teachers with learning activities and emotional regulation strategies
Building trust and rapport with students through positive relationship-building
Using your experience to help manage behaviour and de-escalate situations calmly
Providing structure and emotional support during the school day
Supporting inclusion across classroom and outdoor learning sessions

Who We're Looking For:

Essential: Experience working with challenging behaviour, trauma, or mental health - from education, social work, residential care, youth offending, or similar roles
A compassionate and resilient approach to supporting young people
A strong communicator and committed team player
Someone open to learning and adapting within a school environment

Why Join Through Long Term Futures?

Flexible start dates: ASAP or secure a place for September
Pathway to a permanent position in a highly supportive school
Competitive daily pay and consistent, long-term placements
Personalised support from a team that understands your transferable skills

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're ready to channel your experience into a new, meaningful role that helps young people overcome barriers, we want to hear from you. Submit your CV today and Adam from Long Term Futures will be in touch to support you through the process.

Interested in other roles or locations? Reach out to find something tailored to your background and goals.