SEMH Support Assistant — Build Confidence in Primary

Milk Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Milk Academy CPD access

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking SEMH Support Assistants to work across a range of primary schools. You will help pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and foster positive relationships in inclusive classrooms.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH or additional needs, demonstrate patience and resilience, and hold or be willing to apply for Enhanced DBS. Flexible working opportunities and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or additional needs.
• Patient, resilient and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Willing to apply for Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships with children requiring extra support.
• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Help pupils develop social skills, resilience and self-confidence.
• Support engagement in learning and classroom activities.
• Work closely with teachers, SENDCOs, pastoral teams and parents.
• Encourage a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

Milk Education is seeking SEMH Support Assistants to work across a range of primary schools. You will help pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and foster positive relationships in inclusive classrooms.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH or additional needs, demonstrate patience and resilience, and hold or be willing to apply for Enhanced DBS. Flexible working opportunities and ongoing support are provided.