SEMH Teaching Assistant - Northampton

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary: £14.25 per hour
Contract: Long-term, with potential for permanent employment
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Are you a calm, resilient and caring Teaching Assistant looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference to young people's lives?

Do you have experience supporting students with SEMH, Autism, challenging behaviour or additional needs?

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a college in Northampton that is looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is an exciting long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right person, giving you the chance to build meaningful relationships with students and become an important part of their educational journey.

The Role

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support young people who may face barriers to learning due to social, emotional and mental health needs, Autism or behavioural challenges.

You will work closely with teaching staff and the wider support team to help students engage with education, build confidence and develop the skills they need to progress.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students

• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people

• Supporting students with SEMH, Autism and challenging behaviour

• Helping students manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies

• Encouraging students to engage with learning and college life

• Supporting positive behaviour and promoting independence

• Working alongside teachers and other professionals to implement individual support strategies

• Encouraging personal development, confidence and resilience

• Helping students recognise and celebrate their progress

We're Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• At least 6 months' experience working with young people with SEMH, challenging behaviour or additional needs

• Experience within a college, SEND, Alternative Provision, PRU or similar setting is desirable

• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach

• The ability to remain calm and consistent when dealing with challenging situations

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• A genuine passion for supporting young people to reach their potential

• The ability to work effectively as part of a supportive team

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is reliable, approachable and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and succeed.

Why Join This College?

• £14.25 per hour