121 SEMH Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers Ltd; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive deals

Wellbeing and support services

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is recruiting a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school. You will provide tailored support for a pupil with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning and maintain emotional wellbeing within the classroom.

The role involves collaborating with the class teacher and SEND team, applying strategies to support regulation and independence, and monitoring progress with regular feedback. Salary is paid weekly through PAYE, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build consistent and trusting relationships.
• Experience with SEND and individual support plans is desirable.
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to an individual pupil.
• Support emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Assist the pupil to access learning and engage with classroom activities.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team.
• Implement strategies to support regulation and independence.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to staff.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Relationship building

SEND experience

Job description

1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant

A welcoming primary school is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support for a pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a resilient and nurturing individual who can build positive relationships, support emotional regulation and help a child access learning successfully within the classroom environment.

The Role

• 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Providing dedicated support to an individual pupil
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
• Assisting the pupil to access learning and engage with classroom activities
• Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team
• Implementing strategies to support regulation and independence
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to staff

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Ability to build consistent and trusting relationships
• Experience with SEND and individual support plans is desirable
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

The School

This is a modern and growing primary school catering for children aged 2-11. The school opened in 2023 and provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where pupils are supported to thrive both academically and personally. Sires Hill Primary Academy received its first school inspection in 2026.

Class Actis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Class Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.