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SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant

£90 - £105 per day
Full-time
Wiltshire

SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant

Location: Chippenham
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

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 Chippenham 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.

The Role

* 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

What We're Looking For

* 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)

What's on Offer?

Working in Chippenham, 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

Ideal Backgrounds (Not Essential)

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

Requirements

* 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.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity in Chippenham.

SEMH and Wellbeing Support Assistant – Chippenham

Vacancy posted 12 days ago
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