SEN Teaching Assistant | Specialist Boys' SEMH School | September 2026 Start
Dorking
£92.56-£100 per day (PAYE) | Weekly Pay
Full Time | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:45pm | Term Time Only
Make a lasting difference this September.
New Formation Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist boys' SEN school in Dorking, supporting pupils aged 9-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD).
If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or have a background supporting young people with SEMH, behaviour needs or additional learning needs, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team where your support can have a genuine impact every day.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll:
- Support boys aged 9-16 with SEMH and MLD needs.
- Work on a 1:1 basis and with small groups.
- Help pupils engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes.
- Use positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
- Encourage resilience, confidence and independence.
- Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the wider school team.
- Help create a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
Every day brings new challenges and rewarding moments as you help young people overcome barriers to learning.
We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in:
✔ SEMH or SEN Schools
✔ PRUs or Alternative Provisions
✔ Behaviour Support Roles
✔ Youth Work or Mentoring
✔ Residential Childcare
✔ Youth Justice Settings
✔ Pastoral or Outreach Support
The ideal candidate will be:
- Calm, patient and resilient.
- Confident supporting young people with SEMH and behavioural needs.
- Proactive and able to use their initiative.
- A positive role model who builds strong relationships.
- Passionate about helping vulnerable young people succeed.
What We Offer
⭐ Full-time, long-term role from September
⭐ Weekly PAYE pay (£92.56-£100 per day)
⭐ Supportive and experienced leadership team
⭐ Ongoing training and professional development
⭐ Opportunity to work in a specialist SEMH setting
⭐ Potential to secure a permanent role
⭐ A rewarding career supporting young people to achieve their potential
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural or additional learning needs.
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Right to work in the UK.
Apply Today
Schools are now interviewing and arranging trial days throughout the summer to ensure they're fully staffed for September.
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can build positive relationships, support young people to overcome challenges and make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
New Formation Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to Perm, Permanent, Graduate
Location: Dorking
INDS
Pay: £92.56-£100.00 per day
Work Location: In person
