SEMH Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their passionate team in Blackpool. This full-time role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with significant social, emotional, and mental health needs. You will work in a supportive environment, where your efforts will have a tangible impact on students' lives. With professional development opportunities and the potential for a permanent contract, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to thrive in a rewarding educational setting. If you have the drive and compassion to support vulnerable young people, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Potential for permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour.
• Calm and patient approach with strong emotional resilience.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with SEMH needs in a school setting.
• Work collaboratively with staff to create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEMH needs

Emotional resilience

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or support roles

Job description

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Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most?

A school in Blackpool is looking for a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their passionate team on a full-time basis. The school is a specialist secondary school supporting students with significant social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This is not your average classroom role — it’s a demanding but incredibly rewarding position where every day is different!

Hours: Full-time (variable daily hours between 8.20-4.30).

Contract: Long-term with strong potential for a permanent position.

Location: Blackpool.

Pay: £13.75+ per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

What we are looking for:

• Experience supporting young people or adults with challenging behaviour and SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient, and firm approach with strong emotional resilience.
• A team player who is flexible and adaptable in a high-pressure environment.
• Someone who is genuinely passionate about helping students thrive, even when the going gets tough.

What you will receive:

• The chance to work with a committed and supportive staff team.
• Professional development and training opportunities through Teaching Personnel's CPD Academy.
• A role where you can truly see the impact of your work.
• The possibility of securing a permanent contract for the right candidate.

If you have the drive, compassion, and tenacity to support some of Blackpool’s most vulnerable young people, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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