We’re currently recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to support children and young people across schools and specialist settings in Wigston and surrounding areas.
This is a rewarding role where you’ll be helping pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs build confidence, develop positive relationships, and engage with learning.
You’ll be providing support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, acting as a positive role model and helping pupils navigate challenges both inside and outside the classroom.
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Have at least 6 months’ experience working with children with SEN, SEMH, or challenging behaviour
Are calm, patient, and resilient
Can build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
Have experience in education, care, youth work, mentoring, or support work
📍 Location: Wigston and surrounding areas ⏰ Hours: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available 💷 Pay: £96.63 – £100.00per day
All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
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