Teaching Assistant - SEMH Primary School

Desian Education; St Helens; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant

Opportunity to secure a long-term role

Rewarding role

Job summary

Desian Education is partnering with a specialist SEMH primary school to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term position starting after half term.

You will provide classroom and 1:1 support to pupils with SEMH needs, helping them access learning and regulate emotions. You will build positive relationships and work with teachers to implement support plans in a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Provide classroom and 1:1 support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Help pupils regulate emotions and access learning
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement and social development
• Build positive relationships with children who may display challenging behaviours
• Collaborate with teachers to implement support plans

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing and consistent learning environment
• Encourage positive behaviour and coping strategies
• Work closely with the school team to deliver SEMH support plans

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEMH Primary School

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Start After Half Term

Desian Education are working in partnership with a specialist SEMH primary school to recruit a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term position starting after half term.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to access learning, regulate emotions and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

The Role

• Provide classroom and 1:1 support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children who may display challenging behaviours
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement and social development
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team to implement support plans
• Create a safe, nurturing and consistent learning environment
• Encourage positive behaviour and model appropriate coping strategies

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunity to secure a long-term position within a supportive school
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact on children's lives

If you have the experience and passion required to support pupils with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you.