1 to 1 SEMH Teaching Assistant

Academics; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is partnering with a friendly Westminster mainstream primary school to recruit a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time only, with an ASAP start and a potential July 2027 end date.

Pay is £95–£100 per day, dependent on experience. You will provide consistent, nurturing 1:1 support to help the pupil with SEMH needs and ensure they access the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school setting.
• Calm, patient and nurturing with resilience.
• Experience in mainstream primary school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs within a mainstream classroom.
• Support the pupil with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Help the pupil access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide consistent support.
• Help create a calm, safe and positive learning environment for the pupil.

Skills

SEMH experience

Mainstream primary school experience

Job description

1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School - Westminster

Are you a calm, compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity in a welcoming mainstream primary school in Westminster?

Academics is delighted to be working in partnership with a friendly and supportive mainstream primary school in Westminster, who are looking to appoint a dedicated and experienced 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a pupil within their school.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and can provide consistent, nurturing 1:1 support throughout the school day.

Role Details

Location: Westminster
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: ASAP - July 2027
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Pay: 95- 100 per day, dependent on experience
Role: 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a primary-aged pupil with SEMH needs within a mainstream classroom.
• Support the pupil with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Help the pupil access the curriculum and participate effectively in classroom activities.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide consistent support.
• Help create a calm, safe and positive learning environment for the pupil.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Ideally have experience working within a mainstream primary school.
• Be confident supporting children with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Have a calm, patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and helping them reach their potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream primary school in Westminster and make a genuine difference to the educational, social and emotional development of a pupil.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.