Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Assistant – SEMH School
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people? This specialist school in Birmingham is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and make positive progress.

This Teaching Assistant role would suit someone with previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or additional learning needs. Whether you have worked as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant or Residential Support Worker, you will need to be patient, resilient and confident building positive relationships with pupils who may struggle to engage with education.

As a Teaching Assistant at this school, you will be joining a supportive team of teachers and support staff who are committed to helping every pupil reach their potential. You will play an important role in creating a positive learning environment, encouraging pupils to develop their confidence, manage their emotions and engage with their education. If you are looking for a Teaching Assistant opportunity where you can make a lasting impact, apply today!

Job Role:

Providing pupils with tailored support to help them engage with learning and make progress.

Acting as a positive role model, encouraging pupils to make positive choices and develop appropriate behaviours.

Supporting teachers to deliver lessons and adapt activities to meet pupils' individual needs.

Helping pupils manage their emotions, regulate their behaviour and overcome barriers to learning.

Building positive relationships with pupils who may have struggled in mainstream education.

Supporting pupils in the classroom and, where required, providing additional individual support.

Taking part in whole-school activities, trips and reward days.

Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.

In return you will:

Receive excellent support from experienced teaching and pastoral staff.

Access CPD and training to develop your skills as a Teaching Assistant.

Have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to yo...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

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