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SEMH Teaching Assistants


Teaching Personnel

£92.63 - 110.00 per day

Thetford

Permanent | Full Time

22/04/2026

No

SEMH Teaching Assistants - Thetford & Surrounding Areas

Flexible work that fits around your life.

Teaching Personnel is looking for SEMH Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary schools in Thetford and nearby areas, working across Reception to Year 11.

Whether you're looking for regular placements or flexible day-to-day work, we'll match you with schools that suit your experience, strengths, and availability.


  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Opportunities across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
  • Flexible work to suit your schedule
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Access to training and development

We keep things simple, consistent, and built around you.


Take control of your schedule with the MYTP app:

  • Update your availability anytime
  • Receive alerts for suitable roles
  • Manage your work diary
  • Access school directions
  • Message your consultant directly
  • Track timesheets and payments
  • View and download payslips
  • Set travel preferences

Work when and where it suits you.


  • Support students with SEMH needs in the classroom
  • Help create a safe, structured, and positive environment
  • Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils
  • Assist the teacher with lessons and activities
  • Encourage positive behaviour and engagement

Schools in this area focus on meeting the individual needs of every child, helping them build confidence, develop key skills, and reach their full potential.

You'll be part of a supportive team that values inclusion, consistency, and student wellbeing.


  • Experience working with children or young people preferred
  • Pay includes 12.07% statutory holiday pay
  • Temporary and permanent roles available
  • Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks required (full support provided)
  • Free Child Protection and Prevent Duty training available
  • Full UK Driving Licence required

Looking for flexible support work in education? Apply today.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become availa