SEMH Primary Teaching Assistant — 1:1 Support & Wellbeing

Smile Education; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are recruiting for an SEMH Teaching Assistant for a SEN primary school in the Tamworth area. The role is full-time and long-term with an immediate start, supporting primary pupils with SEMH needs.

You will work alongside teachers to provide 1:1 and group support, help with emotional regulation and behaviour management across the school's three sites where required. This role requires prior SEMH experience and a patient, nurturing approach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs.
• Strong knowledge of SEMH challenges in primary settings.
• Ability to implement positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEMH pupils.
• Support emotional regulation, self-esteem and social development.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviour.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to maintain a calm learning environment.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils and work with SEN team.

Skills

SEMH expertise

Behaviour management

Communication & teamwork

Relationship building

De-escalation strategies

Support plans

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

CACHE qualification

Childcare or Education-related qualification

Job description

Smile Education are recruiting for an SEMH Teaching Assistant for a SEN primary school in the Tamworth area. The role is full-time and long-term with an immediate start, supporting primary pupils with SEMH needs.

You will work alongside teachers to provide 1:1 and group support, help with emotional regulation and behaviour management across the school's three sites where required. This role requires prior SEMH experience and a patient, nurturing approach.