SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 16/09/26About the Role
A supportive school is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to primary pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs within their specialist provision. This rewarding opportunity in West London involves building strong, positive relationships, offering effective de-escalation strategies, and providing consistent mentoring. We are looking for individuals available for immediate starts, with flexible contract options ranging from daily supply and short-term placements to long-term and permanent positions. A competitive daily rate between £95 and £120 is offered.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils with diverse social, emotional, and mental health needs.
* Successfully implement de-escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviours effectively.
* Act as a positive mentor, fostering resilience and promoting pupil well-being.
* Cultivate strong, trusting relationships with pupils, understanding their individual requirements.
* Collaborate closely with class teachers and other professionals to ensure a cohesive learning environment.
* Assist with the delivery of engaging educational activities tailored to individual pupil progress.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a primary setting.
* Your approach is patient, empathetic, and consistently professional.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for building rapport.
* A calm and resilient demeanour allows you to respond effectively to challenging situations.
* You are proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute positively to a specialist learning environment.
* You hold a genuine passion for making a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable pupils.
Why Join
Joining this dedicated team offers the chance to make a profound impact on young lives within a highly supportive and nurturing environment. You will benefit from a collaborative atmosphere where professional growth is encouraged, contributing meaningfully to pupil success. This is a genuinely rewarding opportunity to support pupils in reaching their full potential.
A supportive school is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to primary pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs within their specialist provision. This rewarding opportunity in West London involves building strong, positive relationships, offering effective de-escalation strategies, and providing consistent mentoring. We are looking for individuals available for immediate starts, with flexible contract options ranging from daily supply and short-term placements to long-term and permanent positions. A competitive daily rate between £95 and £120 is offered.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils with diverse social, emotional, and mental health needs.
* Successfully implement de-escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviours effectively.
* Act as a positive mentor, fostering resilience and promoting pupil well-being.
* Cultivate strong, trusting relationships with pupils, understanding their individual requirements.
* Collaborate closely with class teachers and other professionals to ensure a cohesive learning environment.
* Assist with the delivery of engaging educational activities tailored to individual pupil progress.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a primary setting.
* Your approach is patient, empathetic, and consistently professional.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for building rapport.
* A calm and resilient demeanour allows you to respond effectively to challenging situations.
* You are proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute positively to a specialist learning environment.
* You hold a genuine passion for making a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable pupils.
Why Join
Joining this dedicated team offers the chance to make a profound impact on young lives within a highly supportive and nurturing environment. You will benefit from a collaborative atmosphere where professional growth is encouraged, contributing meaningfully to pupil success. This is a genuinely rewarding opportunity to support pupils in reaching their full potential.
Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.
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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