SEMH Teaching Assistant: Nurturing Confidence & Learning

Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School in Plymouth seeks a caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage with learning with confidence. Working with teachers, SEND and pastoral staff, you will provide targeted support to individuals and small groups, helping pupils regulate emotions, build resilience and form positive relationships.

This role offers training opportunities and the chance to make a real difference in a

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Understanding of children's social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient when supporting children through challenges.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practices.
• Willingness to undertake training and develop SEMH knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs to engage with learning.
• Work with teachers, SEND and pastoral staff to provide targeted support.
• Help pupils regulate emotions and build resilience.
• Build trusting relationships and foster an inclusive environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Relationships

SEMH knowledge

Calm & resilient

Safeguarding

Training willingness

Job description

Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School in Plymouth seeks a caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage with learning with confidence. Working with teachers, SEND and pastoral staff, you will provide targeted support to individuals and small groups, helping pupils regulate emotions, build resilience and form positive relationships.

This role offers training opportunities and the chance to make a real difference in a