SEMH Teaching Assistant | Derbyshire (DE56) | Specialist SEMH School | £100–£120 per day | Long-term to Permanent | Start Date: 13/04/26
Long Term Futures are working with a specialist SEMH school in Derbyshire (DE56) seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school supports pupils aged 5–16 with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing personalised education and pastoral support to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a positive, resilient individual to play a key role in supporting young people with additional needs, helping them to engage with education, build confidence, and develop essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Support the delivery of engaging and differentiated lessons alongside the class teacher
• Implement behaviour strategies and support a structured environment with high expectations
• Help pupils regulate emotions, develop social skills, and engage positively in learning
• Support personalised learning pathways and access to appropriate accreditation
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external professionals
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional needs (school, AP, PRU, or similar)
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Ability to adapt to challenging situations and remain consistent
• A proactive team player who can work collaboratively with staff and support services

Why Long Term Futures

• Clear routes to progression within specialist education
• Inclusive and supportive staff team
• Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
• Ongoing training and mentoring
• Immediate interviews and trial days available

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day. https://www.longtermfutures.co.uk/register/