SEMH Teaching Assistant — Empower Youth Confidence

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Halton, including Runcorn and Widnes. The role focuses on helping young people overcome barriers to learning through patient, consistent support and collaboration with school staff.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group assistance, help with emotional regulation, and foster positive behaviours while building strong relationships. A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in education.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people, ideally with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient, with clear boundaries.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills across school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Build trusting relationships and provide encouragement.
• Support pupils to engage with classroom activities.
• Work with teachers to maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Halton, including Runcorn and Widnes. The role focuses on helping young people overcome barriers to learning through patient, consistent support and collaboration with school staff.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group assistance, help with emotional regulation, and foster positive behaviours while building strong relationships. A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in education.