SEMH-Outreach TA

Maidenhall Primary School; Luton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Maidenhall Primary School in Luton is seeking an Outreach TA to support pupils with SEMH needs. You will work with pupils, key adults and school leaders to meet SEMH needs and promote positive outcomes.

The role emphasises relationship-building, leadership, and collaborative approaches within a busy school setting. We welcome applicants with NVQ 4 HLTA or equivalent, who are self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic.

Qualifications

• NVQ 4 for Higher Level Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to build good working relationships and lead a team; provide support, training and leadership when required.
• Self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic.
• Experience in SEMH environment or role.
• Good Numeracy and Literacy skills.
• Experience supporting pupils in class, in small groups, and with individuals.
• Thrive in a busy environment and welcome new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in class, small groups, and with individuals.
• Collaborate with the Bridge team and school leaders to meet SEMH needs.
• Provide training and leadership to colleagues when required.
• Contribute to safeguarding and pupil welfare initiatives.

Skills

Relationship building

Team leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Education

NVQ Level 4 HLTA or equivalent

Job description

SEMH Outreach TA

Maidenhall Primary School

Pay: L6

Hours: Full Time. Monday to Friday 8:20-4:30

Are you passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs?

Do you want to be part of a team that will not only give pupils the chance to excel, but also drive positive outcomes for pupils across Luton?

We are looking to recruit an Outreach worker to work with children, key adults and school leaders to support schools in meeting the SEMH needs of their pupils.

Do you strongly understand that:

• All behaviour is a form of communication
• Relationships are the key to high quality learning
• Every child deserves the chance to succeed

This role will give you the opportunity to help drive real change and give children with SEMH needs the opportunity to thrive, the support to help shape their future and the tools to reach their true potential.

We can offer:

• A supportive and friendly team who care about the children and adults alike
• A well-resourced setting and the chance to grow and develop your SEMH teaching
• Opportunities to grow your knowledge with an experienced team and access to your training needs
• The chance to have meaningful impact on the lives of children in Luton

What do we require?

• NVQ 4 for Higher Level Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience
• You to have the ability to build good working relationships and lead a team. Providing support, training and leadership when required.
• You need to be self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic.
• Experience of working within a similar SEMH environment or role.
• Good Numeracy and Literacy skills.
• Experience of successfully supporting pupils in class, in small groups and working with an individual.
• Thrive in a busy environment and enjoy new challenges.

Whether you are an experienced SEMH Teaching assistant, professional or keen to follow your passion for working with children with SEMH needs, we are looking for a person who is:

• Able to be reflective and adaptive
• A good communicator with all stakeholders
• Dedicated to supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Experienced in the tools and strategies used to support pupils with SEMH needs
• A positive team player

The Bridge, based at Maidenhall Primary School, forms part of Luton’s Primary SEMH Service. The overarching intention of the Primary SEMH Service is to provide outreach support and early intervention to schools through guiding, advising and modelling approaches that manage the needs of children with SEMH difficulties within their existing school. The fostering of Therapeutic Thinking as an approach to creating a culture shift in managing and meeting the needs of children is central to the service.

Where outreach support at tier 1 is not able to meet needs, pupils may be offered tier 2 short-term placements within The Bridge.

We welcome visits to our school and service to meet with our Lead Practitioner and The Bridge team to understand and gain insight into our vision, values and pupil pathway and to truly understand the impact you can have for our pupils.

Maidenhall is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Closing date: Monday 9th November 2026

Interview: Thursday 19th November or Friday 20th November 2026

All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.