SEMH Teaching Assistant – Wakefield

Company: TeachMatch
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Location: Wakefield
Job Description:

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: West Yorkshire

Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary to Permanent

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting young people who need a different approach to learning?

We are working with Alternative Provisions and specialist settings supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils have experienced barriers to mainstream education and require consistent, patient and nurturing adults.

The Role

  • Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
  • Managing challenging behaviour using restorative approaches
  • Supporting emotional regulation and social skills development
  • Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
  • Encouraging engagement in education and positive outcomes

The Ideal Candidate

  • Experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour or vulnerable young people
  • Calm, resilient and consistent approachStrong behaviour management skillsYouth work, or care backgrounds welcome

    This is a highly rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026