SEMH Teaching Assistant – Ely

Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire

Position: Teaching Assistant (SEMH Support)

Contract Type: Full-Time – 5 Days Per Week

Duration: Summer Term

Start Date: ASAP / Summer Term Start

Salary: Competitive daily rates based on experience

Agency: Teach Ltd

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Opportunity in Ely

Teach Ltd is currently recruiting for a resilient, supportive, and committed Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) setting or SEMH provision linked to a mainstream school in the Ely area on a full-time basis for the summer term.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or behaviour support practitioner who is passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them to engage in learning, regulate emotions, and build positive relationships.

The Role

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small group basis

• Assisting teaching staff in delivering tailored learning activities

• Supporting behaviour regulation using positive behaviour strategies

• Building consistent and supportive relationships with pupils

• Encouraging engagement in learning and classroom routines

• Supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and social development

• Working in line with behaviour support plans and risk assessments

• Helping to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment

The Ideal Candidate

Applicants should:

• Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a behaviour/SEMH support role

• Be confident working with children with additional behavioural or emotional needs

• Demonstrate resilience, patience, and emotional intelligence

• Be able to build strong and professional relationships with pupils and staff

• Work effectively as part of a team in a supportive setting

• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one

What Teach Ltd Offers

• Full-time work (5 days per week) for the summer term

• Competitive daily pay rates

• Experience within SEMH or specialist education settings

• Supportive and experienced education consultants

• Ongoing support throughout your placement

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Safeguarding Statement

Teach Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough safeguarding and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

Equal Opportunities

Teach Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Apply Now

If you are a Teaching Assistant with SEMH or behaviour support experience looking for a full-time summer term opportunity in Ely, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact Teach Ltd for more information.

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