Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £90 to £95 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 July 2025 |
| Location: | Southampton, Hampshire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 180558 |
Summary
Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long-Term / Permanent
⏰ Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Daily Rate: £90 - £95
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? We are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded SEN school in Southampton, rated Good by Ofsted, to recruit a Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to join their dedicated team.
In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting pupils with SEMH needs in a nurturing and structured primary setting. You'll help build positive relationships with learners, encouraging emotional regulation, engagement, and self-confidence, while working collaboratively with experienced educators and support staff.
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Supportive, patient, and calm under pressure
Supportive, patient, and calm under pressure
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Able to build trust and communicate effectively with young learners
Able to build trust and communicate effectively with young learners
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Positive, approachable, and able to adapt to individual needs
Positive, approachable, and able to adapt to individual needs
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A genuine team player, open to learning and development opportunities
A genuine team player, open to learning and development opportunities
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Experienced in supporting children with autism or social communication needs (desirable)
Experienced in supporting children with autism or social communication needs (desirable)
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Familiar with behaviour management strategies and personalised support techniques
Familiar with behaviour management strategies and personalised support techniques
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Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEN/SEMH needs (preferred)
Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEN/SEMH needs (preferred)
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Understanding of autism, SEMH, and social communication difficulties
Understanding of autism, SEMH, and social communication difficulties
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A proactive and empathetic approach to support
A proactive and empathetic approach to support
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A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
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Legal right to work in the UK
Legal right to work in the UK
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Two recent, child-related references
Two recent, child-related references
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Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement
Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement
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A supportive school environment with strong leadership and team ethos
A supportive school environment with strong leadership and team ethos
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Access to accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
Access to accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
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Ongoing training and development through our in-house team
Ongoing training and development through our in-house team
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Dedicated support from your consultant throughout your placement
Dedicated support from your consultant throughout your placement
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Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
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Access to our Refer a Friend scheme - earn £150 for successful referrals (terms apply)
Access to our Refer a Friend scheme - earn £150 for successful referrals (terms apply)
If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where your support truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunities employer and an education recruitment agency. All roles are subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with DfE guidelines.
Have someone in mind? Refer a friend and earn £150 when they complete 20 days in a role with us!
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long-Term / Permanent
⏰ Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Daily Rate: £90 - £95
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? We are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded SEN school in Southampton, rated Good by Ofsted, to recruit a Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to join their dedicated team.
In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting pupils with SEMH needs in a nurturing and structured primary setting. You'll help build positive relationships with learners, encouraging emotional regulation, engagement, and self-confidence, while working collaboratively with experienced educators and support staff.
-
Supportive, patient, and calm under pressure
Supportive, patient, and calm under pressure
-
Able to build trust and communicate effectively with young learners
Able to build trust and communicate effectively with young learners
-
Positive, approachable, and able to adapt to individual needs
Positive, approachable, and able to adapt to individual needs
-
A genuine team player, open to learning and development opportunities
A genuine team player, open to learning and development opportunities
-
Experienced in supporting children with autism or social communication needs (desirable)
Experienced in supporting children with autism or social communication needs (desirable)
-
Familiar with behaviour management strategies and personalised support techniques
Familiar with behaviour management strategies and personalised support techniques
-
Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEN/SEMH needs (preferred)
Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEN/SEMH needs (preferred)
-
Understanding of autism, SEMH, and social communication difficulties
Understanding of autism, SEMH, and social communication difficulties
-
A proactive and empathetic approach to support
A proactive and empathetic approach to support
-
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
-
Legal right to work in the UK
Legal right to work in the UK
-
Two recent, child-related references
Two recent, child-related references
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Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement
Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement
-
A supportive school environment with strong leadership and team ethos
A supportive school environment with strong leadership and team ethos
-
Access to accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
Access to accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
-
Ongoing training and development through our in-house team
Ongoing training and development through our in-house team
-
Dedicated support from your consultant throughout your placement
Dedicated support from your consultant throughout your placement
-
Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
-
Access to our Refer a Friend scheme - earn £150 for successful referrals (terms apply)
Access to our Refer a Friend scheme - earn £150 for successful referrals (terms apply)
If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where your support truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunities employer and an education recruitment agency. All roles are subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with DfE guidelines.
Have someone in mind? Refer a friend and earn £150 when they complete 20 days in a role with us!