Intervention and Pastoral Support Assistant (SEMH)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Intervention Worker, with a focus on Reading and Phonics to join our team and make a significant difference to the educational outcomes of our pupils. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering targeted interventions to primary-aged children, particularly those with social emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This role will have a strong focus on the delivery of phonics interventions, alongside a range of bespoke academic and social development programmes designed to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

You will work with a small cohort of pupils, planning and delivering high-quality interventions that support literacy development, communication skills, emotional regulation and engagement in learning. Working closely with teacher and wider school staff, you will assess progress, adapt intervention programmes and ensure that pupils receive tailored support that meets their individual needs.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering structured phonics interventions to small groups and individual pupils
Planning and delivering bespoke interventions for pupils with SEMH needs
Monitoring, recording and evaluating pupil progress
Working collaboratively with teacher and other professionals to identify barriers to learning and implement effective support strategies
Support pupils to develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning
Contributing to intervention plans and pupil reviews