Jobs in Holton St. Mary

SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH

Colchester | Full Time | ASAP Start

Tradewind Recruitment, proudly recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For, is currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Colchester on a full-time basis, starting ASAP.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated behavioural needs, helping them to engage positively with learning both inside and outside the classroom.

The Role:

Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
Build positive and trusting relationships with students
Support behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs, behavioural needs, or additional support needs
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to remain professional in challenging situations
Team Teach training is desirable but not essential

What We Offer:

Competitive daily rates
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunity for long-term and permanent positions
Rewarding and meaningful work within educationThis is an excellent opportunity for candidates from education, youth work, support work, care, psychology, or mentoring backgrounds looking to make a real difference