SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary SEMH School, Bournemouth
Full‑time| Monday-Friday | Temp‑to‑Perm | £14.96 per hour
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing, community‑focused primary school in Bournemouth that supports children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. By providing a calm, structured and learning‑focused environment, the school enables pupils to flourish, build confidence and achieve accelerated progress across all areas of their development.
The staff work closely together to ensure every child receives the consistency, care and encouragement they need to thrive.
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work primarily in a class of up to 8 pupils, supporting the teacher with learning, emotional regulation and positive behaviour for learning. You will help maintain a purposeful classroom environment, build trusting relationships with pupils, and contribute to a team that values collaboration, reflection and shared success. Your role will be central to helping pupils feel safe, understood and ready to learn.
Contract Details
Location: Bournemouth
Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Type of Work: Classroom‑based support within a specialist SEMH primary school
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full‑time, Monday-Friday, temp‑to‑perm
Pay: £14.96 per hour
Hours: Monday-Tuesday: 08:30am - 16:05pm / Wednesday-Friday: 08:30am - 15:15pmExperience, Training and Qualifications
Experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural needs or additional learning needs
Understanding of trauma‑informed practice, emotional regulation and behaviour support
GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths
Confident following learning plans and supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships
High levels of professionalism, empathy and emotional intelligence
Ability to remain calm, consistent and resilient in challenging situations
Understanding of safeguarding, equality and data protection principlesPersonal Qualities
Flexible, patient and nurturing
Resilient and able to maintain a calm presence
A team player who contributes positively to class and whole‑school teams
A good sense of humour and the ability to build rapport quickly
Committed to helping pupils feel safe, valued and successfulEligibility
Right to Work in the UK
Enhanced child‑barred list DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Ability to provide professional references covering the past 24 monthsWhat Prospero Teaching Offers
Free accredited CPD, including SEMH, safeguarding and behaviour training
Support from an experienced Education TeamIf this role is of interest, please send an up‑to‑date copy of your CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted