SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full-time Role – Bournemouth Primary School
Make a Lasting Impact Supporting Young Learners with SEMH Needs
A nurturing and inclusive primary school in Bournemouth is offering a flexible opportunity for a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant.
This role is perfect for those committed to supporting pupils aged 5 to 11 who face social, emotional and mental health challenges.
The school promotes strong values around inclusion, trust and emotional wellbeing, creating an environment where every child feels safe, understood and supported.
A Supportive and Specialist Setting
This setting is known for its tailored approach to education, offering a calm and structured learning environment designed to meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs, including those with behavioural difficulties and autism spectrum conditions.
The dedicated team works collaboratively to ensure all pupils can thrive academically and emotionally, regardless of the challenges they face.
Your Role and Contribution
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping children develop their emotional regulation, build confidence, and re-engage positively with their learning.
Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you’ll be involved in delivering lesson support, managing behaviour, and building trusting relationships with pupils who require a compassionate and patient approach.
Working with Teaching Personnel
As an educator with Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from weekly pay through PAYE, a dedicated recruitment consultant to guide you through placements, and access to free or heavily subsidised CPD including Team Teach and Autism Awareness training.
You’ll also have the flexibility to shape your working week and the opportunity to build valuable experience in a variety of specialist settings.
If you're seeking a role where you can truly make a difference, helping children with SEN and SEMH barriers reach their full potential, we encourage you to apply today.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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