SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH

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.

• 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

• 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

• Competitive daily rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunity for long-term and permanent positions
• Rewarding and meaningful work within education

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates from education, youth work, support work, care, psychology, or mentoring backgrounds looking to make a real difference.