SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH in Dartford

Location: Dartford, Kent, England (on-site)

Pay: £93–£105 per day, depending on qualifications and experience.

Start date: 23 November 2026; immediate start available

Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term.

Hours: Monday to Friday during term time, Exact hours agreed before placement.

Transparency Education is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for an SEMH support opportunity in Dartford, Kent. You will help pupils manage the emotional and social demands of school while supporting participation in learning.

Working from agreed plans, you will provide clear expectations and practical encouragement. We are looking for someone who notices early signs of difficulty, responds calmly and can help a pupil return to an activity after a challenging moment. Your communication with the school team will support consistent approaches.

• Help pupils prepare for lessons and work towards individual learning targets.
  
• Use agreed regulation strategies and support manageable transitions.
  
• Encourage constructive ways to communicate needs or frustration.
  
• Maintain factual records and share concerns with the teacher or SENCO.
  

To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
  
• A steady approach and confidence following individual support strategies.
  
• Sound boundaries, reliable attendance and effective communication.
  
• Appropriate qualifications and training for the responsibilities of the post.
  

Higher rates reflect substantial relevant experience and/or training, such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent where relevant. Pay follows school expectations and AWR, where applicable.

We support teachers and school support staff through attentive service and professional development, offering:

• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
  
• A £150 refer-a-friend reward once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
  
• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay treatment where applicable.
  
• Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
  

Send your CV and examples of your experience helping pupils manage emotions and re-engage with learning.

Email (url removed) or call (phone number removed). Please include your earliest available start date.

If you are not contacted within two working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We will retain your CV to help you find other education opportunities.

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, references, right-to-work and appropriate safer recruitment checks.