Empathetic Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH Support)

TeacherActive; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Lichfield. Start ASAP, full-time during term time, Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm.

You will support pupils with their learning, build rapport, and assist 1:1 sessions outside the classroom as needed. We’re looking for someone calm under pressure, patient, and committed to helping children improve academically and emotionally.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary pupils with additional learning needs.
• Able to support 1:1 and small groups.
• Calm, patient, nurturing when helping children regulate emotions.
• Comfortable with managing challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the classroom to aid learning and engagement.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group assistance outside the classroom when required.
• Build rapport with students to create a safe learning environment.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation during the day.

Skills

Behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Adaptability

SEMH/SEND experience

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Lichfield. Start ASAP, full-time during term time, Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm.

You will support pupils with their learning, build rapport, and assist 1:1 sessions outside the classroom as needed. We’re looking for someone calm under pressure, patient, and committed to helping children improve academically and emotionally.