Semh Teaching Assistant

Are You an Experienced Teaching Assistant Looking for Your Next Opportunity?

Do you have a passion for supporting young people who may have struggled within mainstream education? Are you experienced in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, manage their behaviour and re-engage with education?

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist education setting in Thrapston, Northamptonshire, supporting secondary-aged pupils who require a more personalised and supportive approach to their education.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team and make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 support and work with small groups of secondary-aged pupils.
• Support pupils who may experience barriers to learning, disengagement from education and behavioural challenges.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Help create a positive, supportive and structured learning environment.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support pupils with their social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Assist with behaviour management using positive and consistent strategies.
• Encourage pupils to engage with their learning and develop confidence and independence.
• Work closely with teachers and other members of the school team to support individual pupil needs.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people at all times.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 6 months' experience working within a school or education setting in the UK.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, challenging behaviour, Autism and/or ADHD would be highly desirable.
• Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils.
• DBS registered onto the Update service 
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Confidence in supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour or have difficulties engaging in education.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Balfor Recruitment?

• Competitive daily pay of £95–£110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for long-term, temporary and permanent school placements.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Free Safeguarding and PREVENT training before your first placement.
• Dedicated support from an experienced Education Recruitment Consultant.
• The opportunity to work within a rewarding and supportive education environment.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives and futures of young people.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant with a minimum of 6 months' UK experience working within a school or education setting, and you are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your education career with Balfor Recruitment.

Help Shape Brighter Futures

Every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed. Join our team and play a vital role in helping pupils develop the confidence, skills and resilience they need to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding Statement

Balfor Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding and compliance checks in line with current legislation.