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Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
Location: Leicestershire (LE12)
Salary: 95-105 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Contract: Long-Term to Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (Interviews & Trial Days ASAP)
A specialist school in LE12 is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025 (interviews/trial days are available ASAP).
About the School:
The Ofsted rated 'Good' school supports fewer than 70 pupils aged 4-13 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, offering a structured learning environment.
Set in a calm countryside location, the school features high-quality facilities including a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA), science and art studios, a music room, sensory room, calm room, outdoor learning area and has on site parking.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH
- Help manage emotional and behavioural challenges
- Assist with academic and creative lessons across subjects, including outdoor learning
- Support implementation of personalised learning and behaviour plans
- Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet student needs
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children or young people with additional support needs (SEN, SEMH, challenging behaviours) is desirable
- Experience in education or similar is desirable E.g. residential support worker, youth worker, sports coach, support worker, teaching assistant
- A patient, resilient and adaptable approach
Please note: You don't need a background in SEMH to apply. The school welcomes resilient, calm, and committed individuals who are eager to support young people.
Apply Today:
Submit your CV to Millie at Long Term Futures. Interviews and trial days are being arranged now.
Commutable from:
This role is ideal for candidates based in or near Loughborough, Leicestershire, Melton Mowbray, Shepshed, Coalville, Syston, Castle Donington East Goscote, Barrow upon Soar, Birstall, Mountsorrel, Stapleford, Long Eaton, Clifton and surrounding areas.
If this Teaching Assistant role isn't quite right for you, we offer a wide range of opportunities in both mainstream and specialist settings-get in touch to explore your options.
