SEMH specialist inclusion base Teaching Assistant - Required for immediate start

Muscliff Primary School is a vibrant and popular school in Bournemouth where children are happy and staff are committed to improving standards and providing exciting, purposeful learning experiences for all.

We are proud of our strong team ethos and our nurturing, inclusive approach, built on positive relationships between home and school and underpinned by Trauma Informed practice.

We are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to join The Beacon, our SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Specialist Inclusion Base. Following a successful opening, we are expanding our team to meet the needs of a growing cohort of pupils and are looking for colleagues who share our commitment to inclusion, belonging and positive outcomes for children.

We require TAs to work every day (8.15-3.30pm with 30 min lunch) or part time (2 or 3 days) plus one hour a week for a team planning meeting.  

The post will be Fixed Term Contract until the end of July 2027, with the possibility of being extended into the next academic year.

These are grade 3 positions (based on BCP pay grade system), full time equivalent salary range (5-6) £26,427  to £26,847.  

The successful candidate will work closely with the Specialist Inclusion Base Lead and class teacher to support pupils with significant social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them to regulate, engage and succeed both socially and academically.

The role will involve supporting pupils within the provision as well as facilitating integration into mainstream classes where appropriate.

The right person will:

• Have experience of supporting children with SEMH needs and/or SEND
• Have a strong understanding of attachment, trauma and behaviour as communication
• Be confident in using de-escalation strategies and supporting emotional regulation
• Be able to build positive, trusting relationships with children who may present with challenges
• Be calm, patient and resilient under pressure
• Have good literacy and numeracy skills
• Be passionate about inclusion and enabling all children to achieve their potential
• Be creative, flexible and solution-focused
• Be committed to ongoing professional development
• Be a team player who embraces collaboration and reflective practice

If you would enjoy being part of our successful, friendly school and making a real difference to children with SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you.For more information about the school, our values, curriculum and organisation, please visit www.muscliffprimary.co.uk or telephone the school for an informal conversation.