Job Description

Teaching Assistant (SEMH Support) - Fixed Term (1 Year)

Hemel Hempstead September Start Full-Time £15 - £17 per hour

REED Education are delighted to be working in partnership with a lovely and welcoming primary school in Hemel Hempstead to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a full-time, one-year fixed-term contract, starting in September.

This rewarding role will involve providing focused support to a small group of Year 5 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, working on a 1:3 basis to help them access learning, develop positive relationships, and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide targeted support to three Year 5 pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence and engagement.
• Support pupils both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Help implement strategies to manage behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school staff.
• Encourage independence, resilience, and social development.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children, ideally within a school setting.
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEMH, behavioural, or additional learning needs.
• Is patient, resilient, and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Can build strong professional relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children's development and wellbeing.
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience (desirable but not essential).

What the School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming primary school community.
• A dedicated leadership team committed to staff development.
• Opportunities for training and professional growth.
• A rewarding role making a genuine difference to children's lives.
• Full-time hours with a September start date.

Salary

£15 - £17 per hour, depending on experience and suitability.

If you are a compassionate and committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through REED Education to be considered for this September start opportunity.