Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH) Job

Your new school

Hays Education is working in partnership with a weing and inclusive primary school in North Birmingham, situated within easy reach of Erdington and surrounding areas.

The school is recognised for its nurturing ethos, strong pastoral support, andmitment to ensuring every child can thrive both academically and personally. Ofsted highlights the school's focus on raising aspirations, positive relationships, good behaviour, and a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and valued. Previous Hays staff who have worked at the school consistently provide excellent feedback, describing it as a positive and weing place to work. Staff speak highly of the supportive leadership team, collaborative culture and the genuinemitment shown towards both pupil and staff wellbeing. The leadership team is approachable and proactive, ensuring staff feel valued, supported and able to succeed in their role.

Your new role

From September, the school requires a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to provide full-time support for a Year 6 pupil with SEMH needs. The pupil has a history of challenging behaviour and will require consistent, proactive support to help them successfully engage with learning and school life.
You will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and wider pastoral team to implement behaviour strategies, build positive relationships and provide a stable, supportive presence throughout the school day.

What you'll need to succeed

• Recent experience supporting children with SEMH needs
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• A resilient, patient and consistent approach
• Experience working with pupils who display challenging behaviour
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
• A passion for supporting vulnerable children to achieve positive oues

What you'll get in return

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant
• Access to free CPD and training courses
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced school team
• Weekly pay via PAYE or Umbrella
• Refer-a-friend scheme with generous referral bonuses