SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN School - Hinckley Location: Hinckley Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Salary: Competitive (based on experience)A welcoming and well-resourced secondary SEN school in Hinckley is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time in February/March 2026. This is a long-term opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of young people with SEMH and Challenging Behaviour.Working closely with teachers and therapists, you will support students across the school, helping to deliver a highly personalised, sensory-based curriculum. This is a rewarding and hands-on role that requires patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting learners with complex needs.Your Role Will Involve:Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH and EBDHelping to deliver engaging, differentiated learning activitiesSupporting communication using tools like PECS, Makaton, or AACCreating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environmentWe''re Looking For Someone Who:Has experience working with children or young people with special educational needsIs caring, calm, and resilientWorks well as part of a collaborative teamIs open to training and keen to develop their skillsIn Return, You''ll Receive:A supportive and friendly staff teamOpportunities for ongoing professional developmentThe chance to make a meaningful difference every dayAccess to specialist resources and a well-structured scho