SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 25/07/26About the Role
This challenging and rewarding opportunity is for a dedicated individual to join a supportive school, providing crucial assistance to primary pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. You will be instrumental in creating a positive and structured learning environment within a specialist setting, working closely with children to help them overcome barriers to engagement and progress. This role demands resilience and a proactive approach, offering the chance to make a profound impact on young lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement bespoke strategies to support primary pupils managing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
* Facilitate effective de-escalation techniques during moments of heightened emotional distress.
* Mentor individual pupils, fostering positive behaviours and promoting self-regulation skills.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff to adapt learning activities for diverse needs.
* Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent and reliable point of contact.
* Monitor pupil progress and provide insightful feedback to contribute to their ongoing development plans.
About You
* Possess a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children with complex SEMH needs.
* Demonstrate proven experience in a similar specialist or challenging educational setting.
* Exhibit exceptional communication skills, capable of building rapport and trust with vulnerable pupils.
* Hold a proactive and resilient approach, remaining calm and effective under pressure.
* Be adept at implementing de-escalation strategies and promoting positive behaviour.
* Show commitment to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Why Join
Embrace a truly impactful role where your dedication will directly contribute to the success and well-being of primary pupils facing significant challenges. This position offers varied contract options, including long-term and permanent opportunities, allowing for significant professional growth and the chance to become an integral part of a compassionate team. You will receive consistent support while developing invaluable skills in a specialist setting, shaping the future for young learners.
This challenging and rewarding opportunity is for a dedicated individual to join a supportive school, providing crucial assistance to primary pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. You will be instrumental in creating a positive and structured learning environment within a specialist setting, working closely with children to help them overcome barriers to engagement and progress. This role demands resilience and a proactive approach, offering the chance to make a profound impact on young lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement bespoke strategies to support primary pupils managing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
* Facilitate effective de-escalation techniques during moments of heightened emotional distress.
* Mentor individual pupils, fostering positive behaviours and promoting self-regulation skills.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff to adapt learning activities for diverse needs.
* Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent and reliable point of contact.
* Monitor pupil progress and provide insightful feedback to contribute to their ongoing development plans.
About You
* Possess a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children with complex SEMH needs.
* Demonstrate proven experience in a similar specialist or challenging educational setting.
* Exhibit exceptional communication skills, capable of building rapport and trust with vulnerable pupils.
* Hold a proactive and resilient approach, remaining calm and effective under pressure.
* Be adept at implementing de-escalation strategies and promoting positive behaviour.
* Show commitment to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Why Join
Embrace a truly impactful role where your dedication will directly contribute to the success and well-being of primary pupils facing significant challenges. This position offers varied contract options, including long-term and permanent opportunities, allowing for significant professional growth and the chance to become an integral part of a compassionate team. You will receive consistent support while developing invaluable skills in a specialist setting, shaping the future for young learners.
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Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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