SEMH Teaching Assistant

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

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Chester

Start Date: September

Contract: Full Time | Long Term

Premier Education Ltd are currently working in partnership with a primary school in Chester who are seeking an experienced and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support a child with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a primary school setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing consistent, nurturing support to help the pupil feel safe, regulated and able to engage positively with learning.

Due to the nature of the role, we are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have experience supporting children with complex SEN, and trauma-informed practice or experience working with children who have experienced trauma would be highly desirable.

The school is looking for someone who is calm, resilient, patient and confident building strong relationships with pupils who may present with emotional dysregulation, attachment needs and challenging behaviour.

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

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children with SEMH and complex SEN
• Experience using trauma-informed approaches is highly desirable
• Understanding of attachment, emotional dysregulation and behaviour support strategies
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience within a primary school, SEN provision or alternative provision is desirable
• Ability to provide two references covering the last two years of employment history
• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Pay

£92 - £110 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Why work with Premier Education Ltd

• Long-term opportunity within a supportive primary school
• Rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for future long-term and permanent positions

Premier Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).