SEMH support worker

Location: Bath
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 311038655
Salary: £14.25 - £14.61/hour + PAYE/CPD/Refer a Teacher/TA Bonus £50
Job Published: 14 August 2026

SEMH Support Worker

Location: Bath and Northeast Somerset 
Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEMH Support Workers to work across a range of SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) schools throughout Bristol.

This rewarding role involves supporting students who may face social, emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges, helping them engage positively with education and develop essential life skills.

The Role

As an SEMH Support Worker, you will:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
  • Build positive and trusting relationships with young people.
  • Support students with emotional regulation and behaviour management.
  • Encourage engagement in learning and school activities.
  • Assist teachers and school staff in creating a positive learning environment.
  • Promote confidence, independence, and personal development.
  • Act as a positive role model for students.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

  • SEMH, SEN, or alternative provision settings.
  • Youth work, residential care, mentoring, or coaching.
  • Mental health support roles.
  • Sports coaching, teaching assistance, or support work.
  • Working with children and young people in any capacity.

Successful candidates will be:

  • Patient, resilient, and adaptable.
  • Confident managing challenging behaviour.
  • Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.
  • Excellent communicators with a proactive attitude.
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

What's On Offer?

✅ Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
✅ Full-time and part-time opportunities available
✅ Long-term and day-to-day placements
✅ Competitive pay rates
✅ Valuable experience within specialist education settings
✅ Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant

Requirements

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Relevant experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults is desirable

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely impact the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our team supporting SEMH schools across Bath.