SEMH Classroom Assistant, Bradford

  • Location: Bradford
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £95 per day
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  • Posted:

Job Description

Due to ongoing high demand across Bradford, New Directions Education is seeking dedicated and resilient SEMH Classroom Assistants to support pupils in a range of primary, secondary, and specialist educational settings.

We are currently recruiting for a variety of day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities, with both full-time and part-time positions available. Schools across the Bradford area are looking for experienced support staff who can positively impact the lives of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The Role

As an SEMH Classroom Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to support pupils who may face barriers to learning due to social, emotional, or behavioural challenges.

Your responsibilities may include:

  • Providing one-to-one and small group support
  • Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
  • Supporting emotional regulation and social development
  • Encouraging engagement and participation in lessons
  • Implementing behaviour support strategies
  • Promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

No two days are the same, making this a highly rewarding role for individuals who are passionate about helping young people succeed.

Essential Requirements

– Previous school-based experience is essential

– Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs

– Strong behaviour management and communication skills

– Patience, resilience, and a calm approach under pressure

– The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

– A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of young people

Apply Today

If you have school-based experience and are passionate about supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, we would love to hear from you.

With demand for SEMH Classroom Assistants in Bradford continuing to grow, there has never been a better time to secure your next opportunity.

Join New Directions Education and help transform the educational experiences of young people across Bradford.

Apply now to start your next SEMH Classroom Assistant role.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Related Vacancies

SEN Teaching Assistant, Bradford

Bradford

£95 per day

Ongoing

View

EYFS Teacher, Bradford

Bradford

£150 per day

Ongoing

View

Teaching Assistant SEND/SEMH, Bradford

Bradford

£95 per day

Ongoing

View

SEMH Teaching Assistant, Bradford

Bradford

£95 per day

Ongoing

View

Teaching Assistant SEND/SEMH, Bradford

Bradford

£95 per day

Ongoing

View