We are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary setting in Andover. This role is ideal for individuals with experience supporting children with SEMH or SEN needs, or those with a strong background in mainstream schools who are looking to transition into a more specialised environment. Role Overview You will be working within a specialist school supporting primary-aged children with challenging behaviour and social, emotional and mental health needs. SEMH needs can present in a variety of ways, including difficulties with emotional regulation, social interaction, anxiety, low self-esteem or trauma-related behaviours. Challenging behaviour may include disruption, refusal to engage, verbal outbursts or difficulty following routines. The role requires patience, consistency and a proactive approach to behaviour support and engagement in learning. Key Responsibilities • Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups • Assist in managing challenging behaviour in a calm and structured manner • Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored learning activities • Promote a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment • Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils Requirements • Experience working with SEMH, SEN or within a mainstream school setting • Strong behaviour management skills • A calm, patient and adaptable approach • Full-time availability • A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs • An enhanced DBS check will be required Pay and Benefits • £14.25 per hour • Full-time position • Term time only • Free access to a wide range of relevant online training courses • Opportunity to gain recognised certificates to support your professional development • Ongoing support and development opportunities If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the experience to support children with additional needs, we would welcome your application. Please apply with your up-to-date CV and we will be in touch to discuss further. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.