Therapeutic Learning Assistant

Leader Group is proud to be representing a specialist independent education provider in recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Therapeutic Learning Assistant to join their close-knit and compassionate team based near Scunthorpe

Teaching Assistant (SEN) – Scunthorpe (SEMH School)

£24,570 – £25,935 per annum
Full Time | 37.5 hours per week
Small, nurturing SEMH School | Scunthorpe

Make a difference every day. Inspire, support and empower young people to reach their potential.

We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant / Therapeutic Learning Assistant  to join our small, supportive team at a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Scunthorpe.

If you’re passionate about helping children and young people with additional needs succeed — both academically and personally — we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils with SEMH and other additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, and communication difficulties. Working closely with teachers and therapists, you’ll help create a calm, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn.

Your day might include:

• Supporting individual or small groups of pupils in lessons and enrichment activities

• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation through empathy and consistency

• Helping to plan and deliver creative learning experiences that build confidence and resilience

• Tracking progress and celebrating every small success

• Working collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals

 What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people with additional needs

• Experience in an SEN or SEMH setting (school, youth work, or similar)

• Level 3 TA qualification (or willingness to work towards one)

• Patience, empathy, and a sense of humour — essential!

• The ability to stay calm and positive, even on the challenging days

 What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary and enhanced pay scales based on experience

• Fully funded training and professional development opportunities

• NEST enhanced pension scheme

• Employee wellbeing support, including a wellbeing app and access to counselling

• Staff referral bonus – earn up to £500 when you refer a friend

• Blue Light Card and exclusive staff discounts

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Life assurance for extra peace of mind

 Why Join Us?

Our school is a place where every voice matters and every success counts. We pride ourselves on our family-like environment, where teamwork, humour, and mutual respect make every day rewarding.

If you want to be part of a small school that makes a big difference, this is the role for you.

Ready to Apply?

Apply today and take the next step in your career supporting children and young people to build brighter futures in Scunthorpe.