SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £18,500 to £19,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 April 2026 |
| Location: | Doncaster, South Yorkshire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 206109 |
Summary
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School
Full-Time | Immediate Start
Location: Doncaster (DN9)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
We are currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Doncaster (DN9). This full-time role will involve supporting Year 4 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them engage positively with learning and school life.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, understanding, and passionate about supporting children who may experience emotional or behavioural challenges.
There is also the opportunity for additional hours and pay through the school's After-School Club (3:30pm - 5:30pm) for candidates who hold a Level 3 qualification. While this is desirable, it is not essential.
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Provide 1:1 and small group support for Year 4 pupils with SEMH needs
Provide 1:1 and small group support for Year 4 pupils with SEMH needs
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Support pupils in developing positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social skills
Support pupils in developing positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social skills
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Work closely with the class teacher to deliver structured learning activities and behaviour strategies
Work closely with the class teacher to deliver structured learning activities and behaviour strategies
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Help maintain a safe, consistent, and supportive classroom environment
Help maintain a safe, consistent, and supportive classroom environment
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Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and engagement
Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and engagement
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Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times throughout the school day
Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times throughout the school day
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Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or additional support needs (in schools or similar settings)
Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or additional support needs (in schools or similar settings)
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A calm, patient, and resilient approach
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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The ability to de-escalate challenging behaviour and encourage positive outcomes
The ability to de-escalate challenging behaviour and encourage positive outcomes
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A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
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A supportive and welcoming staff team
A supportive and welcoming staff team
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Opportunities for training and professional development
Opportunities for training and professional development
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A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives
A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives
We are an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH roles. We partner with community schools and multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England, and London, connecting educators with rewarding opportunities.
We recruit SEN-qualified teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff for both short-term and long-term positions across Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools.
As a candidate, you will receive support from a team that genuinely cares about your career, taking the time to understand your goals and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.
If you are passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs and want to make a positive impact within a primary school setting, we would love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed, or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please ensure you understand how UK immigration laws apply to your situation before applying. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Full-Time | Immediate Start
Location: Doncaster (DN9)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
We are currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Doncaster (DN9). This full-time role will involve supporting Year 4 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them engage positively with learning and school life.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, understanding, and passionate about supporting children who may experience emotional or behavioural challenges.
There is also the opportunity for additional hours and pay through the school's After-School Club (3:30pm - 5:30pm) for candidates who hold a Level 3 qualification. While this is desirable, it is not essential.
-
Provide 1:1 and small group support for Year 4 pupils with SEMH needs
Provide 1:1 and small group support for Year 4 pupils with SEMH needs
-
Support pupils in developing positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social skills
Support pupils in developing positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social skills
-
Work closely with the class teacher to deliver structured learning activities and behaviour strategies
Work closely with the class teacher to deliver structured learning activities and behaviour strategies
-
Help maintain a safe, consistent, and supportive classroom environment
Help maintain a safe, consistent, and supportive classroom environment
-
Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and engagement
Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and engagement
-
Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times throughout the school day
Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times throughout the school day
-
Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or additional support needs (in schools or similar settings)
Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or additional support needs (in schools or similar settings)
-
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
-
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
-
The ability to de-escalate challenging behaviour and encourage positive outcomes
The ability to de-escalate challenging behaviour and encourage positive outcomes
-
A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
-
A supportive and welcoming staff team
A supportive and welcoming staff team
-
Opportunities for training and professional development
Opportunities for training and professional development
-
A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives
A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives
We are an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH roles. We partner with community schools and multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England, and London, connecting educators with rewarding opportunities.
We recruit SEN-qualified teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff for both short-term and long-term positions across Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools.
As a candidate, you will receive support from a team that genuinely cares about your career, taking the time to understand your goals and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.
If you are passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs and want to make a positive impact within a primary school setting, we would love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed, or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please ensure you understand how UK immigration laws apply to your situation before applying. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this vacancy.