SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School (Jan Start)

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Salterforth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

Professional development

Make a difference

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school from January 2027 in the Barnoldswick area.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and SEN needs, helping them engage with learning and develop emotional regulation. With a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification and strong behaviour management skills, you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to support pupil progress and wellbeing, making a

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Has previous experience supporting children with SEN, particularly SEMH needs.
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills.
• Is patient, resilient, and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and helping them succeed.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and additional SEN needs.
• Supporting children to engage positively in learning and classroom activities.
• Implementing behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to support pupil progress.
• Building positive relationships with pupils to promote confidence, wellbeing, and independence.

Skills

SEMH experience

Teaching Assistant

Behaviour management

1:1 support

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school from January 2027 in the Barnoldswick area.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and SEN needs, helping them engage with learning and develop emotional regulation. With a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification and strong behaviour management skills, you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to support pupil progress and wellbeing, making a