Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Sports Backgrounds Encouraged (Full-Time)

Role : SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location : Nottinghamshire (NG31, Grantham area)

Pay : £90 - £103.90 per day

Hours : Monday to Friday, 8 : 30am - 3 : 30pm (Term-Time Only)

Start Date : ASAP

Contract : Long-Term with Potential to Go Permanent

We are recruiting a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Nottinghamshire, located near Grantham (NG31). This role is ideal for candidates with a sports, coaching or fitness background who are looking to move into education and support young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.

This SEMH Teaching Assistant position is well suited to individuals from sports coaching, athletics, personal training, youth work or mentoring backgrounds who can bring energy, structure and positive role modelling into the classroom. No formal teaching assistant qualification is required, as transferable skills and personal qualities are highly valued.

The school supports pupils aged 7-16 with SEMH needs, offering a therapeutic, structured and supportive learning environment focused on emotional regulation, resilience and personal development.

Why Sports Professionals Thrive in SEMH Teaching Assistant Roles

• Strong understanding of teamwork, discipline and motivation
• Confident presence and leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations
• Experience supporting...