SEMH Teaching assistants

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Milk Education is recruiting caring and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to join SEN schools across Leeds, working on a long-term or short-term basis, starting in September.

These are fantastic opportunities for individuals passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to reach their full potential in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs, helping them to engage in learning.
• Support pupils’ emotional regulation and social development throughout the school day.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to promote a calm environment.
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to track progress and reinforce consistency in support.

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively under the guidance of teachers and support teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.