Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Full-Time, Term Time Pay: £14.35 per hour including holiday pay, increasing to £130 per day after 12 weeks Hours: Monday-Friday, 33.75 hours per week Contract: Long-term temporary | Term time…

Pay rate £14.35/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 23 September 2026

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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Full-Time, Term Time

Pay: £14.35 per hour including holiday pay, increasing to £130 per day after 12 weeks
Hours: Monday-Friday, 33.75 hours per week
Contract: Long-term temporary | Term time only
School holidays off
Opportunity to become permanent

** Trials and start imminent (pending compliance checks) **

NextGen Teachers are looking for a caring and resilient Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience within specialist education. You'll receive support and training from the school, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent position.

The role

You'll work alongside teachers and the wider support team to:

Support pupils with SEMH and additional needs
Provide 1:1 and small-group classroom support
Help pupils engage with learning and overcome barriers
Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and independence
Provide calm and consistent support when pupils are struggling
Help create a positive and supportive learning environment

We're looking for someone who:

Is patient, resilient and genuinely interested in supporting young people
Can build positive relationships with pupils
Has a calm and reassuring approach
Works well as part of a team
Has GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
Can commit to Monday-Friday during term timeExperience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker or Classroom Assistant would be beneficial.

Why consider this role?

£14.35 per hour including holiday pay
Pay increases to £130 per day after 12 weeks
Monday-Friday, term time only
School holidays off
Long-term, consistent position
Specialist SEMH training and support
Excellent opportunity to build SEND/SEMH experience
Potential to progress into a permanent roleIf you're looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role where you can develop your experience and make a genuine difference to young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Karen or Leah at NextGen Teachers for more information.

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