SEMH Support Assistant TR1 New

Are you someone who thrives on supporting children beyond the classroom academically — making a real difference to their confidence, behaviour, and wellbeing?

Teaching Personnel is working with a supportive primary school in Truro looking for a dedicated SEMH Support Assistant to join their team this September. This is a full-time, long-term role with genuine potential to become permanent for the right individual.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils across KS1 and KS2 who require additional help with their social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

You will play a key role in helping pupils regulate emotions, build positive relationships, and re-engage with learning. This is a role where no two days are the same, but every day makes a difference.

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning
• Acting as a positive role model, building strong and trusting relationships
• Implementing nurture-based and trauma-informed approaches
• Supporting children both inside and outside the classroom (including break/lunchtimes where required)
• Working closely with teachers and SENCo to deliver personalised support strategies

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH / SEN needs (school-based or transferable settings)
• A calm, patient, and resilient personality — able to de-escalate and support behaviour positively
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
• Understanding of (or willingness to learn) trauma-informed or nurture-based approaches
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Backgrounds in education, care, youth work or coaching are highly desirable

• Truly rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives
• Long-term role with potential to secure a permanent contract
• Join a supportive school team with a strong focus on inclusion
• Based in Truro with excellent transport links
• Ideal for those looking to build a career in education, psychology or SEN support

• Dedicated local consultant who understands the Truro school network
• Access to a wide range of SEN & SEMH opportunities across Mid Cornwall
• Ongoing CPD training, including behaviour & safeguarding
• Support in securing long-term and permanent roles

If you’re ready to step into a role where you can support, inspire, and change lives every day, we want to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or get in touch to find out more.