SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Summer Term Start with Potential for September

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to work full time within a welcoming primary school setting from the Summer Term, with the potential for the role to continue into September.

This rewarding opportunity will involve supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, regulate emotions, and build positive relationships within the classroom environment.

We are looking for someone who:

Has previous experience working with children with SEMH needs
Is confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis within a primary school setting
Can build strong and trusting relationships with pupils and staff
Demonstrates patience, resilience, and a calm approach
Is passionate about supporting children both academically and emotionally
Has strong behaviour management and communication skills

The school can offer:

A supportive and experienced leadership team
A welcoming and inclusive school environment
Ongoing support and guidance throughout the role
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child’s education and development

This role would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant or support worker looking for a full-time position within a nurturing and rewarding primary school environment.

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs and are available for a full-time role, we would love to hear from you.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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