Teaching Assistant – Semh

Company: Sterling Cross Careers
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Location: Chelmsford
Job Description:

Teaching Assistant – SEMH Sterling Cross Careers•Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Looking to make a real difference supporting children and young people with additional needs?

A specialist school in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join its multidisciplinary team.

This is an opportunity to work in a relationship-focused, therapeutic environment supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated SEND, where staff work closely across education and therapy to create a consistent, nurturing approach.

You will support pupils throughout the school day, helping with emotional regulation, engagement in learning, and transitions, while working collaboratively with teachers and therapists as part of a unified team.

We are looking for someone with previous experience working as a Therapies Assistant in a school or therapeutic setting, ideally within SEMH or SEND, who is compassionate, resilient and confident in supporting children with complex needs.

This is a permanent role for a Teaching Assistant based in Chelmsford.

Some fantastic benefits include:

  • Private healthcare package (including dental, optical and mental health)
  • Up to 100% funding for professional qualifications
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Balanced workload with supportive, friendly team

Person specification:

  • Previous experience working as a Teaching/Therapies Assistant in a school or therapeutic setting (essential)
  • Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH and/or additional needs
  • Strong understanding of emotional regulation and trauma-informed or relationship-based approaches
  • Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who present with complex needs.
  • Candidates must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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