SEMH Teaching Assistant jobs in Wakefield

You can make a difference, be rewarded, and join our impact-driven community now - at Targeted Provision we change lives!Multiple positions are available, hiring is ongoing, and interviews are being arranged as applications come in. We will contact you with nearby tutoring work within 45 minutes drive of the advertised location and/or within 45 minutes of the postcode you provide us.What makes...

Job Description Polaris Education - Ormston School One to One TEACHING ASSISTANT Contract: 12 month Fixed Term - Full-Time Term Time Only Salary: £20,422 - £23,232.69 Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme Location: Headingley Start date: Various start dates January-March 2026 We are looking for Teaching Assistants to cover KS2, KS3 and KS4 Are you ready to join a...

You will need to be resilientand dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

You will need to be their rock.

You will need to be able to adapt learning so that it is suitable for all to achieve.

You will be an outstanding practitioner who skilfully is able to create a classroom environment where children feel safe.

Learning Support Assistants – Wakefield & Surrounding AreasTeaching Personnel is looking to add passionate and reliable Learning Support Assistants to our pool of educators supporting SEN and SEMH schools across Wakefield and nearby areas.We work with a wide range of specialist and mainstream settings, supporting children and young people with additional needs. This is a great opportunity if...

You will plan, deliver, and adapt high-quality lessons tailored to each pupils abilities, focusing on both academic progress and personal development. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver differentiated lessons to meet individual Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and specialist staff to meet pupils’ individual educational, emotional, and physical needs. This position is ideal for experienced SEN support staff or individuals with backgrounds in care, health, or support work who are looking to move into education.

You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

Behavioural Teaching Assistant (Team Teach Qualified)Location: Wakefield, WF2Start Date: January 2026 (ASAP)Duration: Ongoing (Potentially July 2026)Contract Type: Temporary, Full-timeWe are searching for a dedicated and resilient Behavioural Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs in the Wakefield area, WF2. The successful candidate will play a key role...

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant Location: Wakefield Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £90 - £120 per day Are you adaptable and flexible to the needs of others? Are you pro-active in supporting young people? Do you have experience working with children with Autism or challenging behaviours? TeacherActive is proud to be working with several Special Educational Needs and Disabilities...

Teaching Assistant Social and Emotional Classroom Assistant – Pontefract Location: Pontefract Role: 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary & Secondary) Salary / Rate: £101.40 per day Join Milk Education as a 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant in the Pontefract area! We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join one of our partner secondary schools, supporting students aged 11–16 with...

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant – Wakefield & Five towns Contract: Full-Time (Temp to Perm) | Hours: Monday to Friday Location: Wakefield Pay: £90–£116 per day (PAYE) Start Date: ASAP Love working with children who need that extra bit of care and consistency? This could be your next great role. We’re looking for a brilliant Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school...

Leader Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Year 6 pupil with Special Educational Needs in a mainstream primary school in Wakefield. This full-time, long-term role is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children in their final year of primary school as they prepare for transition to secondary education. The successful candidate...

Make a Real Impact Every Day – SEMH Teaching Assistant Needed! Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) Location: Wakefield, WF2 Salary: £85 – £110 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time GSL Education are partnering with a compassionate and inclusive school in Wakefield to recruit a dedicated SEMH Teaching...

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join one of our specialist SEMH schools in the Wakefield (WF3) area. This rewarding role offers the chance to support students who face unique emotional and behavioural...

You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed.

Learning Support Assistant Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs to reach their full potential? We’re recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive SEN school in Pontefract. The school supports children aged 9–16 with autism, communication needs (including non-verbal learners), complex learning difficulties, SEMH and medical...

We are looking for a teaching assistant with a real passion for helping children and young people with SEN and SEMH needs. The ideal candidate will be qualified/experience. Newly qualified lvl 2 and lvl 3 Teaching assistants are welcome to apply. Details: * Location- Wakefield * Position - SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant * Contract or position start date - 31/03/2025 * Duration / Likely Duration -...

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary School Wakefield £90–£105 per day Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity A supportive and inclusive primary school in Wakefield is seeking an experienced and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, and difficulties...

Job Description Polaris Education - Ormston School One to One TEACHING ASSISTANT Contract: 12 month Fixed Term - Full-Time Term Time Only Salary: £20,422 - £23,232.69 Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme Location: Headingley Start date: Various start dates January-March 2026 We are looking for Teaching Assistants to cover KS2, KS3 and KS4 Are you ready to join a...

Job description SEND Learning Support Practitioner – WF7 Location: WF7, West Yorkshire Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier if available) Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Salary: £95-£110 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications) Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with a passion for supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Prospero...

Job description We are looking for a teaching assistant with a real passion for helping children and young people with SEN and SEMH needs. The ideal candidate will be qualified/experience. Newly qualified lvl 2 and lvl 3 Teaching assistants are welcome to apply. Details: * Location – Wakefield WF12 * Position – SEMH Teaching Assistant * Contract or position start date – ASAP * Duration / Likely...