Impactful SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 17,908; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a resilient Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support secondary aged children and young adults in an SEMH Specialist School in South Liverpool.

This role is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing and consistent support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs, ideally within a PRU or specialist setting.
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience – with a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable learners.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary aged children and young adults with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Use de-escalation strategies to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• Assist with activity-based lessons and interventions designed to re-engage learners.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider PRU team to provide consistent support.
• Help create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can succeed.

Skills

De-escalation

Behaviour management

Empathy

Resilience

Relationship building

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a resilient Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support secondary aged children and young adults in an SEMH Specialist School in South Liverpool.

This role is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing and consistent support.