SEMH Support Assistant — Primary School (Long-Term)

Premier Education Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Education Ltd in Chester is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a primary school on a full-time, long-term basis. You will support a pupil with complex SEMH needs, helping them feel safe, regulated and able to engage with learning.

The role requires calm, resilient applicants with strong relationships and communication. Experience with trauma-informed approaches and attachment-aware strategies is highly desirable, with DBS checks required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with SEMH and complex SEN
• Experience or understanding of trauma-informed approaches is highly desirable
• Understanding of attachment, emotional dysregulation and behaviour support strategies
• Calm, patient and resilient approach with strong communication and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support for a pupil with complex SEMH needs
• Build a positive, trusting and consistent relationship with the child
• Support emotional regulation using appropriate behaviour and de-escalation strategies
• Assist the pupil in accessing classroom learning and daily school routines
• Adapt activities to meet the child's individual learning and emotional needs
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider pastoral team
• Promote confidence, independence and positive engagement throughout the school day
• Help maintain a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed approaches

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Job description

Premier Education Ltd in Chester is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a primary school on a full-time, long-term basis. You will support a pupil with complex SEMH needs, helping them feel safe, regulated and able to engage with learning.

The role requires calm, resilient applicants with strong relationships and communication. Experience with trauma-informed approaches and attachment-aware strategies is highly desirable, with DBS checks required.