Work Overseas - SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistant (1:1 - Reception)

UK Curriculum School Cyprus

Full-Time Long-Term Immediate Start

Are you a dedicated and experienced SEND or SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term role overseas? This is a unique opportunity to join a UK curriculum school in Cyprus, working on a one-to-one basis with a Reception-aged pupil, while benefiting from an excellent relocation and salary package.

We are working through Reed to recruit a compassionate, skilled and committed SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a child with additional needs in Reception. This is a full-time, long-term position starting as soon as possible, offering both professional fulfilment and the chance to experience life and work abroad.

This role offers a rare combination of career development and lifestyle benefits:

• Flights fully provided
• Accommodation included
• Car hire provided
• Excellent salary package
• The chance to live and work in Cyprus with an outstanding quality of life
• A UK curriculum school, allowing you to work within familiar frameworks
• Long-term stability with full support throughout your placement

This is a genuine opportunity to make a meaningful difference while enjoying a well-supported overseas role.

As a SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 support to a Reception-aged pupil with SEND/SEMH needs
• Support the child's emotional, social and academic development
• Implement strategies to promote engagement, regulation and positive behaviour
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider staff team
• Support transitions, routines and learning within the classroom environment
• Maintain accurate observations and contribute to support plans
• Ensure safeguarding, welfare and health and safety procedures are followed at all times

To be considered, you must have:

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND and/or SEMH needs
• Experience working 1:1 with children, ideally in EYFS or early primary
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong behaviour support and emotional regulation skills
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children
• A professional, reliable and committed attitude
• A genuine interest in working overseas on a long-term basis

Relevant SEND, SEMH or Teaching Assistant qualifications are highly desirable.

This role is ideal for:

• Experienced SEND or SEMH Teaching Assistants seeking an overseas opportunity
• Professionals passionate about early intervention and one-to-one support
• Individuals looking for long-term stability, excellent pay and a supportive setting

Opportunities like this are genuinely rare. If you are an experienced SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant ready for a rewarding and well-supported role in Cyprus, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Reed for immediate consideration.