SEMH Teaching Assistant – Leeds

MILK EDUCATION LTD · Leeds, Yorkshire

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Leeds at MILK EDUCATION LTD, based in Leeds, Yorkshire. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Leeds, Yorkshire
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
19 Aug 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference https://www.milk-education.co.uk/job/semh-teaching-assistant-leeds/

About the role

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Leeds (Full-Time)

Start: ASAP | Primary School | Long-Term Potential

Milk Education is working closely with a supportive primary school in Leeds who are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their nurturing team.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing stability, encouragement, and consistent support to help them thrive.

You will play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, regulate emotions, develop resilience, and access learning within a safe and structured environment.

Hours

Monday–Friday | 08:30–15:30
Contract: Initially week-by-week, with the potential to move into a long-term role

Your Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide calm, consistent, and patient support for children with SEMH needs
  • Build strong, trusting relationships to support emotional wellbeing
  • Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
  • Work closely with the class teacher and pastoral team to adapt learning
  • Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence
  • Create a safe, supportive environment where children feel understood and valued

Essential Requirements

  • Recent experience (within the last 2 years) supporting children or young people with SEMH or additional needs
  • Strong understanding of behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies
  • Resilient, patient, and able to remain calm under pressure
  • Confident supporting 1:1 and small group interventions
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine passion for helping children succeed and thrive

Why Choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven, eco-conscious education agency dedicated to making a positive impact in schools and communities.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • 24/7 consultant support
  • Wellbeing and CPD sessions
  • Free lesson and behaviour resources
  • Opportunities for long-term progression
  • And much more

Interested?

Click Apply Now or get in touch for more information:

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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.

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Leeds (Full-Time)

Start: ASAP | Primary School | Long-Term Potential

Milk Education is working closely with a supportive primary school in Leeds who are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their nurturing team.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing stability, encouragement, and consistent support to help them thrive.

You will play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, regulate emotions, develop resilience, and access learning within a safe and structured environment.

Hours

Monday–Friday | 08:30–15:30
Contract: Initially week-by-week, with the potential to move into a long-term role

Your Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide calm, consistent, and patient support for children with SEMH needs
  • Build strong, trusting relationships to support emotional wellbeing
  • Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
  • Work closely with the class teacher and pastoral team to adapt learning
  • Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence
  • Create a safe, supportive environment where children feel understood and valued

Essential Requirements

  • Recent experience (within the last 2 years) supporting children or young people with SEMH or additional needs
  • Strong understanding of behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies
  • Resilient, patient, and able to remain calm under pressure
  • Confident supporting 1:1 and small group interventions
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine passion for helping children succeed and thrive

Why Choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven, eco-conscious education agency dedicated to making a positive impact in schools and communities.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • 24/7 consultant support
  • Wellbeing and CPD sessions
  • Free lesson and behaviour resources
  • Opportunities for long-term progression
  • And much more

Interested?

Click Apply Now or get in touch for more information:

[email removed]
[phone removed]

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.

Reference: https://www.milk-education.co.uk/job/semh-teaching-assistant-leeds/ · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 19 Aug 2026 · Listed via MILK EDUCATION LTD

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