SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant

Job Description

SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant

Location:
Calne
Salary: £90 - £105 per day (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: September

SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children's mental health, emotional wellbeing, and educational development?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Calne is seeking a dedicated SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of children who require additional support with their social, emotional, and mental health needs.

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Support children who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or barriers to learning
• Deliver targeted small-group interventions focused on confidence, resilience, and social skills
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies to support positive outcomes
• Build strong, trusting relationships that help pupils feel understood and valued
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN professionals, and external agencies to support individual learning plans
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment across the school

• A patient, resilient, and empathetic nature
• Confidence supporting children with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine interest in psychology, mental health, education, or child development
• Previous experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals (desirable but not essential)

Working in Calne, you will benefit from:

• Valuable hands-on experience supporting children with SEMH and additional learning needs
• Ongoing support from experienced SEN and pastoral professionals
• A fantastic pathway into careers such as Educational Psychology, Teaching, Therapy, Counselling, or Youth Work
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Psychology or related degree disciplines
• Youth work, mentoring, or support work
• Care or residential support settings
• PRUs, alternative provision, or specialist educational settings
• Team Teach, MAPA, or CPI training

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK

SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact children's lives while developing valuable professional experience, we'd love to hear from you.

SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant - Calne