Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary
Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Fawley, Hampshire, supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This full-time role is ideal for someone with experience supporting children in educational or care settings, or with transferable skills such as youth work, coaching, or mentoring.
This provision caters to Key Stage 2 pupils who have been excluded from mainstream education or are at risk of exclusion due to SEMH challenges. Many students have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and require consistent emotional, behavioural, and academic support to thrive in a structured environment.
Contract/Position Details:
1. Location: Fawley, Hampshire
2. Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary
3. Type of work: 1:1 and small group support in classroom and intervention settings
4. Start date: ASAP
5. Duration: Temp to Perm (long-term opportunity)
6. Contract type: Full-time, Term time only
7. Daily rate: £ per day
8. Working hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Responsibilities:
9. Supporting children with SEMH needs on a 1:1 or small group basis
10. Implementing behaviour management strategies and personalised learning plans
11. Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
12. Supporting class teachers in delivering engaging, accessible lessons
13. Contributing to a safe, nurturing learning environment
14. Liaising with external agencies and school staff to monitor progress
15. Promoting pupil independence, self-regulation, and emotional wellbeing
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
16. Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEN or challenging behaviour
17. Strong communication and de-escalation skills
18. Patience, empathy, and resilience
19. Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) – preferred
20. Team Teach or similar positive handling training – desirable
21. English and Maths GCSE (Grade C/4 or above)
Requirements to Work with Prospero Teaching:
22. Right to Work in the UK
23. Enhanced child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
24. Two professional references covering the last two years
25. Completion of safeguarding and vetting checks
What Prospero Teaching Can Offer You:
26. Free accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
27. In-house training and development from our dedicated team
28. Supportive consultants with education expertise
29. Opportunities for career progression within SEN and SEMH education
Apply now with your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.