Pastoral Teaching Assistant (Level 3) – SEMH & Behaviour

Lancashire County Council; Parbold; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Community Primary School in Skelmersdale is seeking a Level 3 teaching assistant for pastoral duties to support SEMH, behaviour, and emotional regulation. We value a confident, experienced practitioner with strong teamwork and safeguarding commitment.

The successful candidate will join a supportive pastoral team, plan and deliver targeted interventions, and work closely with families and professionals to promote resilience and inclusive learning.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or above qualification.
• Experience of working with children in a classroom/service environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team with good communication skills.
• Ability to relate well to parents/carers and to supervise and assist pupils.
• Knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to assess children’s development and to plan and deliver work programmes.
• Commitment to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate targeted interventions.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Monitor progress and adapt support in response to need.
• Promote inclusion within the classroom and wider school.
• Work positively with families and professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

ICT knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Woodland Community Primary School in Skelmersdale is seeking a Level 3 teaching assistant for pastoral duties to support SEMH, behaviour, and emotional regulation. We value a confident, experienced practitioner with strong teamwork and safeguarding commitment.

The successful candidate will join a supportive pastoral team, plan and deliver targeted interventions, and work closely with families and professionals to promote resilience and inclusive learning.