Sen Teaching Assistant

Complete Classroom Services Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Classroom Services Ltd is recruiting a caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a Primary School SEN Unit in Bedford. You will assist with individual and small-group activities, help children regulate emotions and build positive relationships, and implement consistent behaviour strategies under teacher guidance.

The role involves personal care duties and requires a calm, patient approach, strong communication, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Confidence supporting emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Willingness to undertake personal care; previous experience would be an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An enhanced child workforce DBS registered with the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and small-group support within the SEN unit.
• Helping pupils manage their emotions and develop positive relationships.
• Using consistent, positive behaviour strategies and supporting pupils during challenging moments.
• Adapting learning activities alongside the teacher to meet individual needs.
• Supporting personal care routines while maintaining pupils' dignity and privacy.
• Working closely with school staff to follow support plans and share observations.

Skills

SEN support

SEMH

Behaviour support

Personal care

Teamwork

Safeguarding

DBS awareness

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School SEN Unit

Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm, with one day per week finishing at 4pm

Complete Classroom Services (CCS) are working with a primary school to recruit a caring and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils within its SEN unit.

You will support children with special educational needs, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, helping them feel secure, engage in learning and develop independence.

This role includes personal care. Applicants must be comfortable providing this support sensitively, respectfully and in line with school procedures.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing individual and small-group support within the SEN unit.
• Helping pupils manage their emotions and develop positive relationships.
• Using consistent, positive behaviour strategies and supporting pupils during challenging moments.
• Adapting learning activities alongside the teacher to meet individual needs.
• Supporting personal care routines while maintaining pupils' dignity and privacy.
• Working closely with school staff to follow support plans and share observations.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Confidence supporting emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Willingness to undertake personal care; previous experience would be an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An enhanced child workforce DBS registered with the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

You will receive support from a dedicated CCS consultant throughout your placement.