SEND Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Sandbach 📍 Location: Sandbach 📅 Start Date: ASAP 📄 Contract: Full Time | Long Term Premier Education Ltd are currently working in partnership with a supportive school in the Sandbach area who…

Pay rate £92 – £110/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 1 September 2026

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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Sandbach

📍 Location: Sandbach

📅 Start Date: ASAP

📄 Contract: Full Time | Long Term

Premier Education Ltd are currently working in partnership with a supportive school in the Sandbach area who are looking for an experienced and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to manage their emotions, develop positive relationships and engage with their learning.

The successful candidate will be calm, patient and resilient, with the ability to build strong relationships with pupils who may display challenging behaviour or struggle with emotional regulation.

Previous experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, trauma, attachment or within an alternative provision setting would be highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs

Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour

Help pupils access learning and remain engaged throughout the school day

Use appropriate de-escalation and behaviour management strategies

Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development

Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff

Encourage independence, confidence and positive choices

Requirements

Previous experience working with SEMH pupils is desirable

Experience with challenging behaviour, trauma or attachment needs would be advantageous

Calm, patient and resilient approach

Confident managing challenging situations

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Experience within education, care, youth work or a similar setting

Two references covering the last two years of employment history

Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

Pay

£92 - £105 per day
Dependent on experience and qualifications.

Why work with Premier Education Ltd?

Immediate start available

Long-term opportunity

Supportive school environment

Dedicated consultant support

Access to training and CPD

Opportunities for future permanent positions

Make a genuine difference to pupils who need additional support

How to Apply

If you're an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in the Sandbach area, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV today and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Premier Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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