Assistant Teacher - SEMH Resource Provision

Woodcot Primary School; Gosport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

LGPS pension

Enhanced DBS

Onsite parking

Professional development

Gateway Central Services

Job summary

Woodcot Primary School is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support pupils with SEMH needs in a new Beacon provision opening January 2027. You will work with individuals and small groups, helping pupils access the curriculum inside the Beacon or in mainstream classes.

Under the SENCo and Lead Assistant Teacher, you will deliver targeted interventions, build trusted relationships, and monitor pupil progress and wellbeing. A positive, adaptable, and collaborative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH needs is desirable.
• Ability to work under supervision with SENCo and Lead Assistant Teacher.
• Commitment to consistent, reflective teaching and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs individually and in small groups.
• Deliver planned interventions to help access the curriculum.
• Build positive relationships to support regulation and self-management.
• Monitor pupil progress and wellbeing and report findings.
• Work as part of a small, close‑knit team to shape the new provision.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Woodcot Primary School

Assistant Teacher - SEMH Resource Provision

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Grade C1 - C5

£19,600.65 - £20,424.09 (actual)

Start date: January 2027

Woodcot Primary School is seeking an Assistant Teacher who is passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our new Resource Provision - The Beacon - will open to pupils in January 2027, so this is an exciting time to join the school and help shape the provision on offer to pupils at Woodcot. You will work with pupils individually and in small groups, supporting them to access the curriculum either within the Beacon or alongside their peers in the classroom.

About the role

• Work under the direction of the SENCo and Lead Assistant Teacher to support pupils with SEMH needs, individually and in small groups.
• Deliver planned interventions and support programmes that help pupils access the curriculum, both within the Beacon and alongside their peers in mainstream classes.
• Build trusted, positive relationships with pupils, helping them to regulate their emotions and develop strategies for self-management.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and wellbeing, feeding back to the SENCo and class teachers.
• Work as part of a small, close‑k? (the text continues?) Likely it's "team" but there is a special char?), the exact text is "Work as part of a small, close-knit team to help establish and shape the new provision." Yes in original fine.

The ideal candidate will possess

• A positive, approachable and caring attitude towards all children.
• A reflective and adaptable teaching style to meet the diverse needs of each individual child.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to contributing to our school’s values, ethos and development.
• Experience of, or a genuine interest in, supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• A calm, consistent and resilient approach when working with pupils who may present with behaviour that challenges.
• An understanding of the impact of trauma and attachment on children’s behaviour and learning (desirable).

At Woodcot Primary School you will find

• Happy, motivated children eager to learn in a one-form entry primary setting.
• A dedicated, supportive and welcoming staff team.
• A strong focus on continuing professional development (CPD) and a commitment to your future.
• An ethos that embraces new ideas and innovation.
• A well-resourced environment with extensive grounds.
• Opportunities for strong professional development, including high-quality mentoring and coaching.

In return, you will get:

• A competitive salary
• Entry into our LGPS pension scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS
• Onsite parking
• Opportunities for further education and professional development
• Be part of Gateway Central Services in The Gateway Trust, an organisation dedicated to supporting the local community

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.