SEMH Teaching Assistant

New Directions
📍 Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom 💼 Temporary 🕒 Posted June 27, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

We’re currently recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to support children and young people across schools and specialist settings in Loughborough and surrounding areas.

This is a rewarding role where you’ll be helping pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs build confidence, develop positive relationships, and engage with learning.

You’ll be providing support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, acting as a positive role model and helping pupils navigate challenges both inside and outside the classroom.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

  • Have at least 6 months’ experience working with children with SEN, SEMH, or challenging behaviour
  • Are calm, patient, and resilient
  • Can build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
  • Have experience in education, care, youth work, mentoring, or support work
  • ...

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    Job Details

    • Location Leicestershire, England
    • Job Type Temporary
    • Category Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
    • Posted Date June 27, 2026
    • Application Deadline August 06, 2026