SEMH TA — Trauma-Informed 1:1 & Small Groups, Maidstone

Rikama Education is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant for a vibrant specialist school in Maidstone.

This school offers a personalised, trauma-informed curriculum for students aged 11-16 with EHCPs for SEMH, often alongside ASC, ADHD, and attachment difficulties. Focusing on fostering independence and holistic well-being, integrating positive mental health provisions like PSHE, ELSA, and Mindfulness.

The Role: You’ll provide crucial 1:1 and small group support, assist with personalised learning, implement positive behaviour strategies, and help students develop emotional regulation. You’ll work within a supportive, trauma-informed team to create a nurturing environment.

We’re Looking For:

• Essential experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school or specialist setting.
• Understanding of ASC, ADHD, and attachment difficulties.
• Strong communication, patience, and resilience.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a trauma-informed setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding.
• Desirable: Relevant TA qualification

If you meet the above criteria and would like to make a difference, please get in touch! Should you be interested in this post, please apply with an updated CV to

If you are happy in your current post; however, you have a colleague or friend that may be interested in this post, please pass on our email and number as Rikama education run a referral incentive scheme for anyone who refers a person to us that we subsequently place at one of our schools.