SEMH & Behaviour Support TA — Calm, 1:1 Impact

Premier Education Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Education Ltd in the Bolton area is seeking a dedicated SEMH/Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to support a LKS2 pupil with an EHCP who has behavioural and communication needs. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:45am to 3:15pm, with a 30-minute lunch, and you will work closely with the class teacher, SEND team and other professionals to foster trust and positive engagement.

You will use calm, positive handling strategies to de‑escalate incidents, support emotional regulation,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH, behavioural or communication needs.
• Experience with challenging or distressed behaviour.
• A calm, confident and consistent approach.
• The resilience and physical confidence for active support.
• Team Teach or other de-escalation training desirable.
• Experience in PRU/SEND settings or similar.

Responsibilities

• Providing consistent support for a pupil with an EHCP
• Supporting emotional regulation, communication and engagement with learning
• Using positive behaviour strategies, clear boundaries and consistent routines
• Recognising triggers and helping to de-escalate situations calmly
• Supporting the pupil during periods of heightened behaviour
• Working closely with the class teacher, SEND team and other professionals
• Helping the pupil develop positive relationships and greater independence

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour support

Emotional regulation

Communication

1:1 support

Job description

Premier Education Ltd in the Bolton area is seeking a dedicated SEMH/Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to support a LKS2 pupil with an EHCP who has behavioural and communication needs. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:45am to 3:15pm, with a 30-minute lunch, and you will work closely with the class teacher, SEND team and other professionals to foster trust and positive engagement.

You will use calm, positive handling strategies to de‑escalate incidents, support emotional regulation,