Assistant Teacher - SEMH Resource Provision

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£19,600.65 - £20,424.09

Woodcot Primary School

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Grade C1 - C5

£19,600.65 - £20,424.09 (actual)

Start date: January 2027

Woodcot Primary School is seeking an Assistant Teacher who is passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our new Resource Provision - The Beacon - will open to pupils in January 2027, so this is an exciting time to join the school and help shape the provision on offer to pupils at Woodcot. You will work with pupils individually and in small groups, supporting them to access the curriculum either within the Beacon or alongside their peers in the classroom.

About the role

Work under the direction of the SENCo and Lead Assistant Teacher to support pupils with SEMH needs, individually and in small groups.
Deliver planned interventions and support programmes that help pupils access the curriculum, both within the Beacon and alongside their peers in mainstream classes.
Build trusted, positive relationships with pupils, helping them to regulate their emotions and develop strategies for self-management.
Monitor and record pupil progress and wellbeing, feeding back to the SENCo and class teachers.
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The ideal candidate will possess

A positive, approachable and caring attitude towards all children.
A reflective and adaptable teaching style to meet the diverse needs of each individual child.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
A commitment to contributing to our school’s values, ethos and development.
Experience of, or a genuine interest in, supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs.
A calm, consistent and resilient approach when working with pupils who may present with behaviour that challenges.
An understanding of the impact of trauma and attachment on children’s behaviour and learning (desirable).

At Woodcot Primary School you will find

Happy, motivated children eager to learn in a one-form entry primary setting.
A dedicated, supportive and welcoming staff team.
A strong focus on continuing professional development (CPD) and a commitment to your future.
An ethos that embraces new ideas and innovation.
A well-resourced environment with extensive grounds.
Opportunities for strong professional development, including high-quality mentoring and coaching.

In return, you will get:

A competitive salary
Entry into our LGPS pension scheme
Free Enhanced DBS
Onsite parking
Opportunities for further education and professional development
Be part of Gateway Central Services in The Gateway Trust, an organisation dedicated to supporting the local community

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

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