SEMH Teaching Assistant - Heaton (Full-Time)

Location: Heaton
Job Type: Contract
Reference: 311041573
Salary: £92.38 - £110.34/day + PAYE, Daily rate dependent on experience
Job Published: 01 October 2026

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Heaton (Full-Time)

Can you help children overcome barriers, build resilience and rediscover a love for learning?

A specialist SEMH provision in Heaton is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support.

This role is centred around patience, consistency and relationship-building. Every day presents opportunities to make a genuine difference.

Location: Heaton
Pay: £95 - £105 per day
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

What you'll be doing

  • Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
  • Encouraging positive behaviour choices
  • Delivering interventions and mentoring support
  • Supporting emotional wellbeing
  • Helping pupils engage with learning
  • Working alongside teachers and pastoral teams

This role would suit

  • Behaviour Mentors
  • Youth Workers
  • Sports Coaches
  • Support Workers
  • Psychology Graduates
  • Criminology Graduates

We're looking for someone who is

  • Resilient and patient
  • A positive role model
  • Calm under pressure
  • A strong communicator
  • Passionate about helping young people succeed

Apply today and help young people build confidence, resilience and brighter futures