Primary Sen Teaching Assistant

UCM Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Recruitment is seeking 2 Teaching Assistants to join an SEMH school in the London Borough of Hounslow, supporting younger children in a welcoming and supportive school environment. This is a long-term, full-time, term-time position starting ASAP, working within a small classroom alongside an experienced Teacher and another Teaching Assistant.

The class will have no more than 8 children, allowing you to provide focused and personalised support. Hours: 8:45am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Patience, resilience and confidence when working with children with SEMH needs.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural or additional needs is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with SEMH needs and learning.
• Working with the class Teacher and another TA to provide consistent support.
• Building positive relationships with pupils while maintaining routines.
• Creating a calm, safe and structured classroom environment.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Assisting with classroom activities, resources and general TA duties.

Job description

We are seeking 2 Teaching Assistants to join an SEMH school in the London Borough of Hounslow, supporting younger children in a welcoming and supportive school environment.

This is a long-term, full-time, term-time position, starting ASAP, working within a small classroom alongside an experienced Teacher and another Teaching Assistant. The class will have no more than 8 children, allowing you to provide focused and personalised support.

You will be:

• Supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Working closely with the class Teacher and another Teaching Assistant to provide consistent support
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining clear boundaries and routines
• Supporting children with their learning, emotional regulation and behaviour
• Helping create a calm, safe and structured classroom environment
• Encouraging pupils to develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting the teacher with classroom activities, resources and general Teaching Assistant duties

Candidates must be patient, resilient and confident when working with children with SEMH needs. Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural or additional needs is highly desirable. We are looking for individuals who can remain calm, consistent and positive while helping pupils make meaningful progress.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 4:00pm

Start: ASAP

Location: Hounslow Borough

Position: Long-term agency role, term-time only

Please note that candidates must be able to commit to 5 days per week. We cannot offer sponsorship or accommodate 20-hour working restrictions.

UCM Education specialises in placing teachers and support staff in schools and nurseries throughout the UK. Due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.