SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning? We are currently seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Woking.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and compassionate individual to make a genuine difference to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment across the Woking school community.

The Role

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to provide tailored support to pupils who may require additional assistance with their emotional wellbeing, behaviour and learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, confidence and social development.
• Promoting positive behaviour through consistent and supportive approaches.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and engage positively in learning.
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Maintaining a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Encouraging pupils to develop independence and achieve their potential.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will be:

• Patient, empathetic and resilient.
• Confident supporting pupils with additional needs and challenging behaviour.
• Able to establish positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Calm and consistent when managing challenging situations.
• A strong communicator and effective team player.
• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

Previous experience within a school, youth work, care or support setting would be advantageous, although a positive attitude and genuine commitment to supporting pupils are equally important.

What We Offer

• £108.30 per day
• A rewarding opportunity within a supportive school in Woking.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ lives.
• Professional development and opportunities to build your education career.
• A welcoming and collaborative working environment.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and are looking for a rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity in Woking, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your education career.

Important Notice

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.

At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must:

• Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.

Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.