Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEMH HLTA | Newmarket | January 2026 Start

Are you an experienced SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for the next step in your career as an SEMH HLTA?

Role: SEMH HLTA

Location: Newmarket, Cambridge

Salary: £440 – 500 PW – dependant on Experience

Visa: No Visa Sponsorship

Contract: January Start, Full-time, Contract initially with the opportunity to become Permanent

We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEMH HLTA to join a growing alternative provision based in Newmarket. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

SEMH HLTA | Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated learning activities tailored to the needs of SEMH learners.
• Support the planning and adaptation of lessons in collaboration with teaching staff to reflect individual learning styles and emotional needs.
• As an SEMH HLTS you will work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and external professionals (e.g. CAMHS, social workers) to provide holistic support.
• Supervise and lead a team of Teaching Assistants where required, including mentoring and developing best practices.
• Participate fully in training, supervision, and CPD opportunities relevant to SEMH and therapeutic education.
• Actively contribute to the culture of inclusivity, mutual respect, and high aspirations for all learners.

SEMH HLTA | Person Specification

Essential

• A relevant Degree, HLTA status or equivalent.
• Proven experience working with children with SEMH or related needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Confident communicator with fluency in spoken English.

Desirable

• Experience in an alternative provision or PRU setting.
• Training in trauma-informed or therapeutic approaches (e.g. Team Teach, Thrive, PACE).

Ribbons & Reeves are Cambridge’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEMH HLTA role, in Newmarket. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEMH HLTA role. INDCAM

SEMH HLTA | Newmarket | January 2026 Start |

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

23-12-2025

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English