131 pastoral support teaching assistant role jobs found

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Ellesmere Port Full-time | Long-term | £95-£105 per day Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist setting in Ellesmere Port, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behaviour needs and additional learning needs. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in: SEMH schools Behaviour support PRUs / Alternative Provision Youth work Sports coaching Support work Residential care Teaching Assistant work The Role Supporting students on a 1:1 and small group basis Managing behaviour and supporting emotional regulation Building positive relationships with pupils Supporting students who may display challenging behaviour Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams Helping students engage with education and learningThis is a rewarding but challenging role, so resilience, patience and a calm approach are essential. Why Work With Tradewind Recruitment? By...

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision (Secondary) Location: Salford, Greater Manchester Rate: £95-£110 per day (dependent on experience) Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Start Date: Immediate Are you driven to support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, and passionate about helping them feel safe, understood, and ready to learn? Do you have the patience, resilience, and communication skills to build trust with students who may struggle in mainstream settings as a SEMH Teaching Assistant? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Alternative Provision in Salford, supporting students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. This setting supports pupils who have faced challenges in mainstream education and need additional guidance to re-engage with learning. Many students have SEND, including ASC and SEMH, alongside behavioural needs. The Role As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support students in lessons and provide targeted...

Behaviour Support Assistant Location: Oldham Rate: £95 - £110 per day (based on experience) Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Term-Time Only Start Date: Post Easter start Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of secondary students who need support the most, and are confident in building positive relationships with those who find school challenging? Do you have the resilience, patience, and communication skills to help secondary-aged students overcome barriers to learning within a thriving alternative provision environment? If so, this Behaviour Support Assistant opportunity is for you! We are working with a well-regarded specialist school in Oldham that is looking to appoint a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to join their school community. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a cohesive and supportive staff team within a well-resourced setting that prioritises student wellbeing, progress, and inclusion. The school supports...

Teaching Assistant – Secondary (Mainstream & ASD) – Burry Port Flexible Hours • Training Provided • Supply Work via Teaching Personnel Pay: £92–£110 per day Location: Burry Port & surrounding areas (Carmarthenshire) Are you passionate about supporting young people and looking to build a career in education? Teaching Personnel are seeking committed Teaching Assistants to work across mainstream and ASD specialist provisions within a welcoming coastal secondary school environment in Burry Port. This role is perfect for graduates, aspiring teachers, and anyone with a strong interest in supporting learners with diverse needs. About the School Environment  You’ll be working within a well‑established 11–16 secondary setting known for its strong community ethos, high‑quality teaching, and excellent pastoral support. The school fosters a family spirit and prioritises pupil wellbeing and guidance. There is also a specialist ASD provision on site, which is expanding...

Primary SEND Teaching Assistant - SEMH Focus** Aspire People are recruiting a **SEND Teaching Assistant** with experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a calm, structured, and supportive environment for pupils who need additional pastoral and academic support. **The Role:** * Supporting pupils with SEMH needs in the classroom or small group sessions * Assisting pupils in developing coping strategies and emotional regulation * Supporting literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum activities * Collaborating with class teachers and SENCO to implement behaviour strategies * Recording observations and contributing to pupil support plans * Supporting transitions, unstructured times, and group activities **The Ideal Candidate:** * Experience supporting SEMH pupils in primary settings * Calm, patient, and resilient approach * Strong behaviour management and interpersonal skills * Confident to...

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Essex, East London Contract: Full-time | Term-time only Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Start Date: ASAP Pay: £108 per day Are you passionate about supporting children on a 1 to 1 level? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school while supporting children improve their academic level for their age. About the School A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Essex, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is a secondary school for boys, age 11 to 16 years old, who was recognised by Ofsted as good for the last 3 years. They offer an education that is exciting and challenging to the students and ensure each student becomes a young man that will shape the future.   The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils Encourage engagement, confidence and positive learning behaviours Provide 1:1 and small-group support both inside and...

Teaching Assistant Location: Essex, East London Contract: Full-time | Term-time only Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Start Date: ASAP Pay: £108 per day Are you passionate about supporting children on a 1 to 1 level? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school while supporting children improve their academic level for their age. About the School A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Essex, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is a secondary school for boys, age 11 to 16 years old, who was recognised by Ofsted as good for the last 3 years. They offer an education that is exciting and challenging to the students and ensure each student becomes a young man that will shape the future.   The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils Encourage engagement, confidence and positive learning behaviours Provide 1:1 and small-group support both inside...

SEMH Teaching Assistant - SEN Schools in Faversham Full-time - £93 per day - ASAP start - Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm Ad-hoc and potential to a long-term position If you are passionate about supporting secondary-aged young people who need the most encouragement and guidance, and thrive in a challenging but rewarding environment, this could be the role for you. Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking resilient and committed SEMH Teaching Assistants to join one of various SEN Schools in Faversham that cater for children with mental health needs. The Role Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis with needs including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and challenging behaviour. Managing and de-escalating behavioural incidents with confidence and professionalism. Building positive relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma, exclusion, or unstable home environments. Being a role model, someone who actually wants to make a difference. This role is not just a 'job'...

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Cardiff  (CF11) Schedule: Full Time / Monday to Friday / 08:15-15:15  Pay: £95 per day Start Date: 27 April 2026 Step Into a Meaningful Role in Education We are seeking a resilient, compassionate, and adaptable Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex additional learning needs in a secondary school setting. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusion, mental health, and helping young people overcome barriers to learning. You will play a vital role in creating a safe, structured, and encouraging environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Your Role Support Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils with complex mental health, emotional, social, and additional learning needs Deliver pre-set lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring continuity of learning Use positive behaviour strategies to maintain a calm, focused, and productive classroom...

Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Bolton Pay: £90-£100 per day | Start Date: ASAP Agency: Tradewind Recruitment Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Secondary School in the Bolton area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven experience in education to make a real difference in the classroom. We are looking for a confident and proactive Teaching Assistant who can provide both academic and pastoral support to pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. The role will involve working closely with class teachers to deliver tailored learning support, assisting with small group interventions, and providing 1:1 support where required. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people are essential. Please note: Only applicants with prior experience working in schools or within an educational setting will be considered for this role. The ideal candidate will: Have...

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant KS1 Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire Start Date: April 2026 Contract: Full-time, Temporary (April to July) Salary: £93 - £105 per day (depending on experience, role and/or qualifications) About the role We at Heart of Supply are excited to be advertising this SEND Teaching Assistant KS1 position for a welcoming inner city Lincoln primary school. As a SEND Teaching Assistant KS1, you will play an important part in supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them thrive in the classroom. This full time temporary role runs from April to July 2026 and offers a chance to make a real impact within a dedicated school community in Lincoln, Lincolnshire. If you are passionate about creating positive learning experiences and are enthusiastic about working as a SEND Teaching Assistant KS1, we would love to hear from you. About the school This inner-city Lincoln primary school is part of a wider trust that is committed to providing a rich, ambitious...

Behaviour Teaching Assistant - Primary/Secondary School - South East London - £95-£115 per day We are currently seeking a confident and resilient Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in South East London. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with pupils who require additional behavioural support, helping them to engage positively with their learning. The Role: As a Behaviour Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils with behavioural needs on a 1:1 and small group basis. You will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, supporting emotional regulation, and helping students access the curriculum in a structured and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural needs Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies Support pupils with emotional regulation and engagement in lessons Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral staff Help create a...

Behaviour Support Mentor Location: Salford Salary: £90 - £110 depending on experience Contract: Academic year to long-term Are you a patient, resilient and engaging Behaviour Support Mentor looking for a rewarding role in an alternative provision school setting? A specialist school in Salford is seeking a committed Behaviour Support Mentor to work with KS3 and KS4 students who present with challenging behaviour and additional needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a structured, supportive, and well-led school environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in building positive, trusting relationships that help students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn - ensuring they remain focused on their work and make expected academic progress throughout the school day. The Role - Behaviour Support Mentor As a Behaviour Support Mentor, you will: Support KS3 and KS4 students with challenging behaviour on a 1:1 and small group basis Build...

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant – SEMH School Location: Islington, North London Salary: £90–£100 per day Contract: Full-time, Long-Term Start Date: ASAP Not every classroom win looks like perfect handwriting or a quiet room. Sometimes, it’s a student staying in class for five minutes longer than yesterday. Sometimes, it’s a conversation instead of a confrontation. If those moments matter to you, keep reading. We’re working with a supportive SEMH school in Islington looking for a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant who’s ready to make a real impact. This is a role for someone who understands that behaviour is communication and knows the power of patience, consistency, and showing up every day. What you’ll be doing: Supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs Helping de-escalate situations calmly and confidently Building strong, trusting relationships with students Supporting learning in small groups and 1:1 Working alongside teachers and pastoral...

Outstanding, inclusive mainstream Secondary School based in North London, require a passionate, dedicated and skilled Pastoral Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with students with varying SEND. Pastoral Teaching Assistant £18,956 - £25,690 per year plus additional benefits Full time, permanent role Outstanding mainstream Secondary School with excellent SEND provision Supportive, friendly and welcoming SEND team Opportunity for promotion, progression and development Work on a 1:1 basis The School - Pastoral Teaching Assistant The School is a new, vibrant and thriving secondary school in North London. The School is growing and is going from strength to strength and as such want to provide the best support for students with EHCPs. They are focused on delivering excellence and continue to strive to deliver outstanding outcomes across all key stages and subject areas. They are committed to the continuous professional learning of all staff. Professional Standards - Pastoral...

Youth Worker in Schools Do you have what it takes to work with children and young people with challenging behaviour? Have you worked with children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Can you engage with, motivate, and inspire young people? The Job… Working in schools across Staffordshire, Cheshire, Stoke on Trent, and Newcastle under Lyme, your role will be part teaching classroom assistant, and part pastoral youth support worker. Your role will be a classroom youth worker- helping children who have been through trauma, those with mental health and emotional needs. Supporting the children in managing their behaviours, regulating their emotions, and engaging with the school day. You'll be emotionally resilient, and able to handle whatever challenges the day throws at you. You'll be driven, determined, and passionate about ensuring the children and young people you work with, thrive in their future. You'll Be… Experienced working with young people with...

This role isn’t easy — but it is incredibly rewarding. If you understand that challenging behaviour often comes from unmet needs… If you can stay calm, patient, and consistent when others might step back… And if you’re motivated by seeing real, hard-earned progress… Then this could be the role that truly makes a difference — for both you and the pupils you support. Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH provision in Middlesbrough, looking for a confident and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team. What makes this role stand out? This isn’t about ticking boxes or sticking rigidly to lesson plans. It’s about: Building trusting relationships with pupils who may have struggled in mainstream settings Creating a sense of stability, safety, and routine Supporting young people to re-engage with education at their own pace Here, every breakthrough matters — no matter how small it might seem. What your day could look like: Supporting pupils with social,...

A mainstream secondary school in Crawley are welcoming applications for their Secondary Teaching Assistant vacancy. This is a fantastic opportunity with a brilliantly well-run establishment, with lots of experienced staff to learn from. As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you'll be working with children who require additional support with reading/writing and breaking down tasks to make them more manageable as well as some pastoral and behavioural duties. Key benefits of the role of Secondary Teaching Assistant: Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid Term-time only which means lots of holiday! Permanent employment opportunities available Secured work 5 days per weekWhat can you expect to do on a daily basis as a secondary teaching assistant? Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the...

Trainee Teaching Assistant – ASAP and September Starts Location: Bolton Start Date: ASAP and September starts Are you committed to supporting young people and considering a future career in education? We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our client’s dynamic and inclusive secondary school in Bolton as a Trainee Teaching Assistant commencing as soon as possible. This position offers an excellent opportunity for those wishing to gain practical experience within an educational setting, particularly if you aspire to progress into teaching, SEND support, pastoral care, or educational psychology. Key Responsibilities: Assist teachers in delivering high-quality lessons across a range of subjects. Provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups, particularly those requiring additional assistance. Contribute to the preparation of classroom resources and displays. Monitor student progress and behaviour, ensuring a safe and supportive learning...

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Sutton, London Pay Range: £90 – £114.55 per day Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary ANZUK Education is working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Wimbledon seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from an immediate start. This full-time position offers the opportunity to support pupils with additional needs on a 1:1 and small group basis, helping them access learning and achieve their full potential within a supportive environment. The school is known for its strong pastoral care and collaborative staff culture, creating an environment where support staff can make a meaningful impact on pupil development and wellbeing. This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Wimbledon would suit experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, or graduates with relevant SEN experience looking to further their career in education. Key Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant: Support pupils with special educational...