SEMH Teaching Assistant

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Posted 4 days ago, valid for 2 days

Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG2 7BG

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The SEMH Teaching Assistant position located in Stevenage is ideal for psychology or criminology graduates seeking to support young people with emotional and behavioral challenges.
This full-time, term-time only role offers a salary ranging from £88 to £95 per day and presents a long-term to permanent opportunity.
Candidates should ideally have a 2:1 degree or above and a passion for making a positive impact on vulnerable youth, although previous experience with young people is a bonus but not essential.
The role involves supporting students aged 11-16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs, working closely with the SENCO and pastoral teams, and delivering tailored interventions.
This position serves as a stepping stone into educational psychology, social care, or youth offending services, with extensive on-the-job training and potential for further professional development.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Ideal for Psychology & Criminology Graduates

?? Location: Stevenage

?? Full-Time | Term Time Only

Sector: Education and training

?? £88 - £95 per day | Long-term to Permanent Opportunity

Are you a psychology or criminology graduate with a passion for supporting young people facing emotional and behavioural challenges as an SEMH Teaching Assistant?

Would you thrive in a dynamic school environment as a SEMH Teaching Assistant where no two days are the same, and your work can genuinely change lives in Stevenage?

We're working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Stevenage that's looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is the perfect role for someone considering a career in the education and training sector as a educational psychologist, youth justice, mental health, or social worker.

�? About the Role:

Support students aged 11-16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
Work closely with the SENCO, pastoral team, and external agencies to provide tailored support
Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions, promoting emotional regulation, self-esteem, and resilience
Be a positive role model, helping students re-engage with education in a safe, structured environment

?? Who We're Looking For:

A recent psychology or criminology graduate (2:1 or above preferred)
Passionate about making a real impact on the lives of vulnerable young people
Calm, empathetic, and able to build trusting relationships
The ability to commute to Stevenage.
Previous experience with young people or vulnerable groups (voluntary or paid) is a bonus, but not essential

�? Why This Role?

Ideal stepping stone into educational psychology, social care, or youth offending services
Extensive on-the-job training and the chance to work alongside multi-agency professionals
Supportive school environment that values mental health and trauma-informed practice
Potential for a permanent contract and further professional development

If you're ready to take the first step in your education and training career, where your degree makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

?? Apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant position now and start your journey supporting some of the most inspiring young people in Stevenage!

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