- SEND Primary Teaching Assistant
- 1 to 1 role
- KS2
- Full-Time
- Primary School
- Merton
- ASAP start
We are seeking an experienced SENDTeaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a boy in year 5 with significant social and emotional needs. This is a full-time opportunity to start ASAP and is likely to continue until the end of the academic year.
The role
In this role you will be providing 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil within a primary school setting in Merton. The student is new to the school and presents with SEMH needs and may display distressed and challenging behaviour. The ideal candidate must have significant experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, trauma-informed approaches, and behaviours that challenge. Resilience, consistency, and the ability to build trusting relationships over time will be essential. The ability to remain calm under pressure, effectively de-escalate situations, and maintain a safe, predictable learning environment is critical.
The role requires commitment and consistency and will continue until July 2027.
The School
The small, friendly 1-form-entry primary school is highly regarded within the local community and has a strong family ethos. Pupils are generally well-behaved, engaged in their learning, and enjoy both classroom-based activities and learning experiences within the local area. The school is recognised as a Rights Respecting School and benefits from strong home–school partnerships.
There is an established and supportive Headteacher in place, and staff work closely together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all pupils. The school has a collaborative culture and is committed to inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing.
To apply for this position, you must:
- Have a positive, proactive and resilient approach
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of supporting trauma and SEMH needs
- Be confident in building relationships with pupils who require a highly individualised approach
- Be able to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to challenging behaviour
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