Milk Education is recruiting caring and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to join SEN schools across Newark,  working on a long-term or short-term basis, starting in September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to reach their full potential in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs, helping them to engage in learning.
• Support pupils’ emotional regulation and social development throughout the school day.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to promote a calm environment.
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to track progress and reinforce consistency in support.

Essential Qualifications & Skills:
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively under the guidance of teachers and support teams.

Join us and make a real difference by supporting pupils to overcome barriers and thrive in Nottingham’s SEN schools.

Benefits to YOU: 

• Excellent rates of pay! 

• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance. 

• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule. 

• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook! 

• Exclusive school & trust partnerships. 

• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card 

• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy! 

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers. 

• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules! 

• School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements! 

• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone. 

• Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools, covering stigmatised topics such as mental health, discrimination, and exploitation. We’re located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices! 

• Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency! 

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment. 

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ 

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines. 

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.