SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Location: Halifax
Start: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term (with potential for permanent placement)

Milk Education is recruiting resilient and compassionate SEMH Learning Support Assistants to work across Primary and Specialist settings throughout Halifax from September. Our partner schools support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs by providing structured, nurturing environments where positive relationships and emotional wellbeing are prioritised.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in education, youth work, coaching or care who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships that encourage trust and engagement.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies.
• Deliver targeted interventions inside and outside the classroom.
• Promote confidence, resilience and independence.
• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams.
• Record progress and contribute to support plans.
• Help maintain a calm and positive learning environment.

About You

• Calm, patient and resilient.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in education, youth work or care is desirable.
• Team Teach training is advantageous but not essential.
• Psychology, Criminology and Education graduates are encouraged to apply.

What’s on Offer

• Long-term opportunities with permanent potential.
• Ongoing CPD and behaviour management training.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Rewarding opportunities to make a genuine difference.

Why work with Milk Education?

Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency with a mission to be the most rewarding agency to work both with and for.

Benefits include:

• Excellent rates of pay.
• Free CPD-accredited training courses.
• Wellbeing support and a dedicated consultant.
• 24/7 communication and guidance.
• Training tailored to your specific role.

INLDS

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