Full job description1:1 SEMH Support Assistant - SEN Primary School | Stockport | September StartLocation: Stockport
Role: 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-Time, Monday - Friday
Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience
Be the person who changes a child’s school experience.Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a nurturing and supportive SEN Primary School in Stockport that is seeking a 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant to join their team this September.
This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to work closely with a primary-aged pupil who requires dedicated support with their Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Every day, you’ll have the chance to make a genuine difference by helping a child feel safe, understood, and able to succeed.
The RoleAs a 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant, you will:
*Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs
*Build a positive and trusting relationship based on consistency and understanding
*Support emotional regulation and implement strategies to manage behaviours positively
*Encourage engagement in learning and promote independence
*Create a calm, structured, and nurturing environment
*Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and families to ensure the best outcomes for the pupil
*Celebrate small wins and support the child’s social and emotional development
We’re Looking For Someone Who:*Is patient, resilient, and genuinely passionate about supporting children with additional needs
*Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, trauma, anxiety, or additional learning needs
*Can remain calm under pressure and adapt their approach to meet individual needs
*Has strong communication and relationship-building skills
*Understands the importance of consistency, empathy, and positive behaviour support
Transferable Experience Welcome:We would love to hear from candidates with backgrounds in:
*SEN or mainstream education
*Behaviour mentoring or pastoral support
*Youth work
*Residential children’s care
*Support work
*Mental health services
*Sports coaching
*Early years and childcare
*Psychology or education graduates
*Experience supporting vulnerable children or young people
Why Apply? September start - begin the new academic year in a rewarding role
Work within a welcoming and highly supportive SEN primary school
Gain invaluable experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Excellent experience for careers in teaching, educational psychology, counselling, social work, or pastoral support
Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child’s confidence, wellbeing, and future success
If you’re looking for a role where every conversation, every achievement, and every breakthrough matters, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.