1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with social, emotional, and mental health needs?

We are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil in a primary school setting. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is calm under pressure, understands emotional and behavioural needs, and can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who require extra support to engage in their learning.

• Provide consistent, tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with SEMH needs

• Implement behaviour strategies and support emotional regulation

• Build a strong, supportive relationship with the child to promote trust and engagement

• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to follow and adapt support plans

• Monitor progress and report daily outcomes and concerns

• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment

• Experience working with children with SEMH or challenging behaviour

• Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills

• A patient, empathetic, and positive approach

• The ability to remain calm, consistent, and supportive

• Experience working 1:1 or in small groups within a school setting (preferred)

• A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 TA, Team Teach or similar - desirable but not essential)

• A supportive and experienced team of staff

• Opportunities for professional development and training

• A chance to make a genuine impact on a child's educational journey

• A caring school community with a focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeing

If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.