SEMH Teaching Assistant - Darwen

Teaching Personnel; Darwen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Darwen to support students with complex mental health needs. In this rewarding role, you will help students access learning and foster confidence through a nurturing approach. A commitment to training and development is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive and experienced team

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH or challenging behaviour is highly desirable.
• Background in youth work, mentoring, or children's support services beneficial.
• Team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support students in and out of the classroom with SEMH needs.
• Help students manage behaviours and build confidence.
• Work alongside a committed team of education and therapy professionals.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Darwen
Start Date: September | Pay: £13.75–£14.50 per hour

Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs? Do you thrive in environments where every day is different and where your impact truly matters?

We are currently seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Darwen that provides tailored support for pupils aged 10–19 with complex SEMH needs and associated learning difficulties.

About the Role:
You’ll play a vital role in supporting students both in and out of the classroom, helping them to access learning, manage behaviours, and build confidence. You’ll work alongside a committed team of education and therapy professionals, using a nurturing and therapeutic approach to make a genuine difference in young people’s lives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with SEMH or challenging behaviour is highly desirable.
• A background in youth work, mentoring, or children’s support services would be beneficial.
• Patience, empathy, resilience, and a calm approach to behaviour management.
• A team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Availability to start in September.

What’s on Offer:

• Hourly pay of £13.75 – £14.50, depending on experience.
• A rewarding role in a supportive and experienced team.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

If you’re ready to take on a meaningful and fulfilling role supporting young people with SEMH needs, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and we will be in contact within the next 48 hours to discuss next steps.

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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