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Desian Education; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Desian Education is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a SEMH Primary School in the Wigan area. This is a full-time, long-term role with an immediate start for the right candidate, offering a rewarding opportunity to support children with social, emotional and mental health needs.

You will assist with 1:1 support and small group interventions, help deliver engaging lessons, promote positive behaviour and build strong relationships to enable pupils to engage with learning and reach

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH pupils.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Patience and adaptability in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external professionals to support pupil progress.

Skills

SEMH support

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEMH Primary School

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Primary School in the Wigan area.

This is a full-time, long-term position with an immediate start available for the right candidate.

This role is ideal for someone who is genuinely passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. You will be supporting pupils with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs, helping them to engage with learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals to support pupil progress

What We Offer

• A rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on children's lives
• Full-time, long-term work with the potential for ongoing opportunities
• Supportive school environment and dedicated staff team
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant

If you have the experience, and commitment required to support pupils with SEMH needs and are looking for your next opportunity in the Wigan area, we would love to hear from you.