Join Tradewind Recruitment as a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant
At Tradewind Recruitment, we are a supportive, people-focused agency that truly values the educators we work with. Whether you're looking to gain experience in specialist settings, support children at a crucial stage of development, or build flexibility into your week, we'll match you with roles where you can thrive and feel appreciated.
We are currently recruiting flexible Primary SEMH Teaching Assistants to support specialist SEMH provisions and alternative settings across Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire. These settings support primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, often alongside additional learning or communication challenges.
This is a flexible opportunity, offering a mix of part-time, ad-hoc and longer-term placements to suit your availability.
About the Role
You will be supporting primary-aged children who may present with emotional regulation difficulties, attachment needs, anxiety, trauma-related behaviours or challenging behaviour.
Your role will focus on:
Building safe, consistent and trusting relationships
Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups
Using positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
Helping children access learning through play-based, practical and structured activities
Supporting emotional regulation and social development alongside academic learningThese provisions move away from a traditional classroom model, using nurturing environments, personalised timetables and therapeutic approaches to help children re-engage with education and build confidence.
You'll be a Great Fit if You:
Have experience (or a strong interest) in primary SEMH, SEND or trauma-informed practice
Are patient, resilient and calm when supporting children with dysregulated behaviour
Can build strong rapport with children who struggle in mainstream settings
Are confident supporting behaviour that may be physically or verbally challenging
Are adaptable and happy working across different primary age groups
Are available on a flexible basis (full-time or part-time)Ideal backgrounds include:
Youth work, mentoring, psychology or education graduates, behaviour support, sports coaching, early years, residential care, or primary SEN support.
Role Details
Location: Gloucestershire & South Gloucestershire
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm (term-time only)
Pay: £90 - £105 per day
Availability: Full-time or part-time
Start Date: Immediate starts available, with potential for long-term or permanent rolesWhy Join Tradewind?
At Tradewind, we don't just place candidates - we champion them.
Your income matters: We secure the best rates for your experience
Your development matters: 2,500+ FREE CPD courses through The National College
Your flexibility matters: Work that fits around your lifestyle
Your wellbeing matters: Sunday Times Top 100 Employer (four years running)
Your values matter: We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities EmployerIf you're passionate about supporting primary-aged children with SEMH needs and want flexibility in your working week, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about joining our Primary SEMH support team