SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Secondary – Chesterfield – Step Teachers

Location: Chesterfield
Start: ASAP
Pay: Up to £105/day (PAYE)
Hours: Full-time Mon–Fri 8:30am–3:30pm
Contract: Temp-to-Perm for the right person

About the Academy
We’re working with an SEMH school in Chesterfield, an Ofsted-rated Good alternative provision in Derbyshire. The academy supports pupils aged 11–16 who have SEMH needs or have experienced barriers to mainstream education.

The site provides a structured, nurturing, and supportive environment where small class sizes (typically 8–12 pupils) and high staff-to-pupil ratios enable every learner to feel valued and supported. The academy places a strong emphasis on inclusion, positive relationships, and personal growth—helping pupils re-engage with education and prepare for future success.

The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in the Hasland team by:

• Supporting students both 1:1 and in small groups, helping them with learning, behaviour regulation, and social-emotional development.
• Using strategies such as de-escalation techniques and restorative approaches to help pupils build resilience, confidence, and self-regulation.
• Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff, and wider support services to create a consistent, safe, and engaging learning environment.
• Contributing to a culture of high expectations, respect, and mutual trust across the academy community.

What You’ll Need

• At least 3 months’ experience working with young people.
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach—especially when managing challenging behaviour.
• A genuine commitment to helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their potential.

What You’ll Get

• Equal pay to permanent staff in the same role after 13 weeks.
• DBS refund after 20 working days.
• Free CPD opportunities via The National College & Creative Education.
• Step Perks (24/7 GP access, retail discounts & more).
• £100 Amazon voucher through our Refer-a-Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).
• Ongoing support from a specialist SEN consultant with over 10 years’ experience in your local area.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
• Professional references covering the last 2 years.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Photo ID & proof of address.
• Up-to-date CV with a full 10-year work history.

  Call Graham Warner at Step Teachers (Derbyshire)

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Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

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