Level 2 Practitioner

Salary

Level 2 Band D Point 5-6 FTE £25,583 – £25,989
Actual salary for hours stated: £18,730 - £18,943

Contractual hours

31.25

Basis

Part time

Region

Rotherham

Job category/type

Education - Non-Teaching

Date posted

10/11/2025

Job reference

REQ21625

Wath Central Primary School - James Montgomery Academy Trust

Fitzwilliam Street

Wath-upon-Dearne

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S63 7HG.

Tel:

Vacancy reference: WCP/SEMH/Nov25

To commence as soon as possible.

Permanent, part time, 31.25 hours per week, term time only plus 2 inset days.

Supporting with children across school to be ready to learn, particularly, those children with SEND and social emotional and mental health.

Closing date: 24th November 2025 at noon.

Shortlisting date; 24th November 2025, pm.

Interview date: Week beginning 1st December 2025.

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their full potential?

Do you want to be part of a supportive and inclusive school community?

Wath Central Primary School, part of the James Montgomery Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated and caring Level 2 Pracitioner in SEMH (Teaching Assistant) to join our enthusiastic team.

About the Role

The SEMH practitioner (Teaching Assistant) will be based with children who are receiving SEND support or children who already have an EHCP, predominantly with a SEMH need. For example, this may include working with children who have suffered adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) or those who are suffering from anxiety.

You will support individuals and groups of children to be ready to learn or provide specific interventions under the direction of our SENCO. We are looking to expand our team of experts in SEMH.

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds at least GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grades A–C or 9–4)
• Has a relevant Level 2 qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning)
• Has experience working with children in a school setting
• Communicates effectively and demonstrates strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Is empathetic, patient, and committed to inclusive education
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and child protection
• Experience working with SEND children and knowledge of phonics and the EYFS framework would be advantageous.

What We Offer:

• A warm, welcoming and supportive team
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A school culture rooted in mutual respect, inclusion and high expectations
• A chance to make a real difference in children's lives.

Safeguarding:

Wath Central Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to appropriate vetting checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

As an organisation using the DBS to assess applicants' suitability for positions included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order, we comply fully with the DBS Code of Practice. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants and staff, regardless of background. Having a criminal record will not necessarily

bar you from working with us – this will depend on the nature of the role and the details of any offences.

If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete a Criminal Records Declaration Form. Any relevant disclosures will be discussed openly and fairly prior to any offer of employment. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in the withdrawal of an offer or dismissal.

Application Process

Please email your completed application form, clearly marked with the vacancy reference, to:

For enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office via or email us at

To find out more about our school, please visit:

We look forward to hearing from you.