SEMH Teaching Assistant - Chippenham

Academics; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly-regarded primary school in Chippenham seeks a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a child with special educational needs. This role provides invaluable experience in the Special Needs and Mental Health sector, perfect for those aspiring to careers in psychology or therapy. The position offers full-time hours and the opportunity for specialized training.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Autism is desirable.
• Commitment to long-term support for the child.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with special educational needs according to their EHCP.
• Collaborate with educational professionals like therapists and teachers.

Skills

Empathy

Charisma

Patience

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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Chippenham, Westbury

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Westbury, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Primary School positions available

Are you passionate about significantly improving the life of a young learner with special educational needs? Would you like to be the difference that enables a child with educational needs to overcome their barriers? A fulfilling SEMH Teaching Assistant role for future psychologists, therapists, counsellors and SEMHCOs has become available to provide invaluable experience for future careers.

A highly-regarded primary school/tuition centre in Chippenham are searching for an SEMH Teaching Assistant to be employed on an immediate and long-term basis. The SEMH child has an educational, health and care plan (EHCP) that details specific targets, outcomes and strategies for the child. The SEMH Teaching Assistant role demands a dedicated and caring individual who will be patient and take time to understand the specific needs of the SEMH child. They are looking for an SEMH Teaching Assistant who is charismatic, empathetic and demonstrates a genuine desire to make a positive impact to children with SEMH. Previous experience with working with children with Autism is admirable for this SEMH Teaching Assistant position.

This is a tremendous opportunity for obtaining experience within the Special Needs and Mental Health sector as you will have the chance in your role as an SEMH Teaching Assistant to observe, work-alongside and collaborate with speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, occupational therapists and teachers with SEMH specialisms.

* SEMH Teaching Assistant
* Previous experience working with Special Needs desired
* ASAP Start
* Chippenham
* Full-Time 8:30am – 3:30pm
* £80 - £95 per day

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will need to be fully committed to the child on a long-term basis. The SEMH Teaching Assistant will be working extremely closely with the class teacher and SEMHCO, therefore being provided with specialist and expert support and training that will be vital for your personal development.

To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV to this advert.