SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary Support and Wellbeing

Teaching Personnel; Guildford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Guildford is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary school. This role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH needs, promoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour to help them engage in learning.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, build trusting relationships, and contribute to a calm, safe classroom environment while supporting tailored activities and learning goals.

Qualifications

• Patient, resilient and compassionate with a passion for supporting SEMH pupils.
• Experience or interest in supporting emotional wellbeing and behaviour in primary pupils.
• Willing to work as part of a supportive, nurturing team in a specialist primary school.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to primary-aged pupils.
• Supporting children with SEMH and associated needs.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Helping pupils manage challenging situations in a calm and consistent manner.
• Supporting classroom learning and individual activities.

Job description

Teaching Personnel in Guildford is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary school. This role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH needs, promoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour to help them engage in learning.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, build trusting relationships, and contribute to a calm, safe classroom environment while supporting tailored activities and learning goals.