Teaching Assistant / TA

Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant Location: Exeter, Devon Salary: £100-£115 per day Contract: Permanent

Are you passionate about supporting young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs to reach their full potential?

A specialist SEMH school in Exeter is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. Our school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for students who struggle in mainstream education due to challenging behaviours and the effects of trauma.

The Role

Work closely with teaching staff to support students in their learning and personal development. Assist in delivering small group sessions and one-to-one interventions tailored to individual needs. Help maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment. Foster strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage progress and engagement.

What We’re Looking For:

Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEMH or SEN setting. A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A genuine passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to making a difference. Gain valuable experience in a specialist educational setting. Enjoy the opportunity to positively impact students’ lives and futures.

Apply Now!

This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs. If you’re ready to take on this rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Alec Stott at TeacherActive:

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Join us and help empower our students to succeed—apply today!

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment