SEMH TA

Overview

In this SEMH-focused Teaching Assistant role, you support primary pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs to engage in learning. You will build positive relationships to foster trust and deliver targeted emotional support and interventions. You’ll assist with behaviour management, collaborating with teachers and pastoral staff to sustain a calm classroom environment. This opportunity offers ongoing training, a supportive team and a chance to make a lasting impact on pupil well-being and confidence. You’ll join a school and a network that values safeguarding and pupil-centred support, with potential for long-term progression.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive pay rates
• Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
• Ongoing training and support
• Free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training
• DBS check assistance
• Inclusive holiday pay (12.07% statutory)

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and trust
• Deliver targeted interventions and emotional support
• Assist with behaviour management strategies
• Collaborate with teaching staff and pastoral teams

Key requirements

• Experience working with SEMH, behaviour or vulnerable pupils
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills
• Calm, patient and empathetic nature
• Ability to remain positive in challenging situations
• Background in education, youth work, or similar welcomed

• de-escalation
• empathy
• patience
• resilience
• collaboration

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