SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 to £15 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 28 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Teaching Assistant - SEMH
Location: Cambridge
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional social, emotional and mental health needs? We are working with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Cambridge that is looking to appoint a caring and committed Teaching Assistant to join their Enhanced Resource Base. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils who benefit from additional help with emotional regulation, behaviour and accessing learning. You'll play a key role in creating a safe, encouraging environment where children can build confidence, develop positive relationships and achieve their potential.
- Provide tailored support to pupils within the school's Enhanced Resource Base.
- Encourage positive behaviour and help children develop effective emotional regulation strategies.
- Build supportive, trusting relationships that promote confidence and engagement.
- Assist pupils in accessing classroom learning and following daily routines.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and wider support staff to deliver individualised support.
- Deliver both one-to-one and small group interventions as required.
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Experience working with children who have SEMH needs, SEND or behaviours that require additional support.
- A patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to promote positive behaviour through consistency and encouragement.
- A genuine commitment to helping children thrive both academically and emotionally.
Experience within an Enhanced Resource Base, specialist provision or SEMH setting would be advantageous, although applicants with relevant transferable experience are also encouraged to apply.
Inspire EHC and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory professional references.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds.
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a lasting impact on children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application today!