SEMH Teaching Assistant - Mental Health

Job Title:

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Mental Health Support

Location:

CH43

Position Type:
Full‑Time | Temporary to Permanent

Salary:
From £13.69 per hour

Are you committed to supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Axcis Education, on behalf of a specialist SEMH school in the CH43 area, is seeking a resilient, compassionate and proactive Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. This specialist provision supports pupils who experience significant barriers to learning due to social, emotional and mental health difficulties.

Many students may present with trauma‑related behaviours, anxiety, attachment needs, ADHD, or challenging behaviour, and require consistent, nurturing and structured support to succeed both academically and personally.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Implement behaviour support plans and therapeutic strategies under the guidance of senior staff.
• Promote a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.
• Support pupils in developing coping strategies, resilience and social skills.
• De‑escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively using agreed approaches.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and external professionals to ensure consistent support.
• Accurately record incidents, progress and intervention outcomes in line with school policies.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or trauma‑informed approaches.
• A calm, patient and resilient nature.
• Strong behaviour management skills and confidence working in challenging environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain professional and consistent in emotionally demanding situations.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection policies.

• Relevant qualifications in Teaching Assistance, Education, Childcare, Mental Health, Social Work, Youth Work or Care (desirable but not essential with relevant experience).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Competitive hourly rate starting from £13.69 per hour.
• Full‑time hours with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEMH training opportunities.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff environment.
• Opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact James Kerrison on  l Ext: 3030.

Referral incentive: If you refer a friend to us and they are placed in the job, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.