1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School - Westminster
Are you a calm, compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Are you looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity in a welcoming mainstream primary school in Westminster?
Academics is delighted to be working in partnership with a friendly and supportive mainstream primary school in Westminster, who are looking to appoint a dedicated and experienced 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a pupil within their school.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and can provide consistent, nurturing 1:1 support throughout the school day.
Role Details
Location: Westminster
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: ASAP - July 2027
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Pay: £95-£100 per day, dependent on experience
Role: 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant
Key Responsibilities
Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a primary-aged pupil with SEMH needs within a mainstream classroom.
Support the pupil with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.
Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
Help the pupil access the curriculum and participate effectively in classroom activities.
Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide consistent support.
Help create a calm, safe and positive learning environment for the pupil.The Ideal Candidate Will
Have previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs.
Ideally have experience working within a mainstream primary school.
Be confident supporting children with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation.
Have a calm, patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
Have a genuine passion for supporting children and helping them reach their potential.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream primary school in Westminster and make a genuine difference to the educational, social and emotional development of a pupil.
Apply today and a member of the Academics team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.
Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and all other safer recruitment and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. We have obtained authority from the client to advertise this position.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
