Location: Corby
Salary: £92.56 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the resilience, empathy, and dedication to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?
Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant Specialist to work within a specialist SEMH provision supporting students with additional behavioural and emotional needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
The Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant Specialist, you will:
Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs
Assist in managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies
Build strong, trusting relationships with students to promote engagement and emotional wellbeing
Support students both inside and outside the classroom environment
Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies
Encourage social, emotional, and academic development
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
Strong behaviour management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Experience in alternative provisions, PRUs, youth work, care, or mental health support is highly desirable
What Tradewind Recruitment Offers:
Competitive rates of pay
Access to over 2,500 CPD courses and professional development opportunities
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
If you are ready to take on a rewarding role where every day makes a difference, apply today with Tradewind Recruitment.
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Tradewind Recruitment for further information
Salary description
£92.56 - £97.00 per day