Teaching Assistant

Posted 11/05/2026 by Tradewind Recruitment

Location:
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Salary/Rate:
£95 - £105/day

The Role:

You'll be supporting students who face barriers to learning due to SEMH challenges in EYFS. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll play a key role in managing behaviour, developing trust-based relationships, and helping students regulate emotions and re-engage with education. Support may be 1:1 or within small group settings, depending on student need.

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or similar challenges
  • A calm, consistent, and patient approach to working with vulnerable learners
  • Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills
  • A good understanding of trauma-informed practice or a willingness to learn
  • A proactive and flexible mindset
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What You Can Expect:

  • A full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent
  • A structured and supportive school environment with a strong behaviour policy
  • Daily pay between £95.00 and £105.00, depending on experience
  • Comprehensive support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant
  • Access to high-quality training and CPD in SEMH and behaviour support

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with a background in education, care, youth work, or support services who is looking for a challenging but highly rewarding role.

Apply Now:

To express your interest and be considered for this opportunity, please contact:
Lynne Ferguson
(phone number removed)
(url removed)

Type:
Temporary
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract Length:
2 Terms
Job Reference:
LFN 110526#NOTTA_1778491437
Job ID:
225090656
Applications:
Less than 10

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