Job Description

Emotional Wellbeing Teaching Assistant

Helping pupils thrive through care and understanding

Summary

A special school in Leeds is seeking a compassionate and resilient Emotional Wellbeing Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team this September. With an increasing number of pupils facing emotional and social challenges, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day. If you're passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and want to help them succeed both emotionally and academically, this is an ideal opportunity.

The Role

As an Emotional Wellbeing Teaching Assistant, you will:

Work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils needing emotional regulation support Help children feel safe, secure, and valued in the classroom Encourage engagement through calm, consistent routines Support children in building self-confidence and positive peer relationships Work under the guidance of teachers and SENCOs to implement wellbeing strategies Assist with behaviour support, de-escalation techniques, and emotional check-ins Be a key part of creating a nurturing environment where pupils can flourish Bring a steady, grounded presence that pupils can rely on Contribute to a collaborative and caring school community as an Emotional Wellbeing Teaching Assistant

The Ideal Person

This Emotional Wellbeing Teaching Assistant role is suited to someone who:

Is patient, kind, and emotionally aware Has experience supporting children or young people in education, care, youth work, or social services Understands the challenges faced by pupils with social, emotional or mental health (SEMH) needs Can use empathy and active listening to build trust and connection Is confident working with children who may display challenging behaviour

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

Background in education, care, or youth support Familiarity with SEMH and SEND approaches Excellent communication and teamwork skills Qualifications in health and social care, childcare, or a related field Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced classroom environment

The School

A welcoming, inclusive Leeds-based primary school that prioritises emotional wellbeing and pastoral care Staff work together with families to help pupils thrive both academically and socially A calm, nurturing ethos where every child is encouraged to reach their potential

Working Hours

8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday Full-time and part-time applicants are welcome September start available
If you're ready to begin a fulfilling new chapter as an Emotional Wellbeing Teaching Assistant, apply now to start your journey this September.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 14.00-16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person