SEMH Teaching Assistant: Inspire Growth & Resilience

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Leyland; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE via payroll

Supportive school environment

CPD Academy professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunity for long-term/permanentOp

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a Leyland school. The role focuses on 1:1 and small group support, promoting calm, structure and positive behaviours.

You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual support plans and nurture a supportive learning environment. The position offers weekly PAYE pay and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in SEN/SEMH context.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to challenging situations.
• Understanding of SEMH needs and trauma-informed approaches is desirable.
• Relevant qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
• Genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships to promote engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support pupils in managing behaviour and emotions with positive strategies.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Implement individual support plans and interventions.
• Encourage resilience, self-confidence, independence and social interaction.
• Support pupils with challenging behaviour using a calm, consistent approach.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Work with staff, parents and external professionals to support development.

Skills

Experience with children

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

SEMH awareness

Trauma-informed approaches

Passion for helping students

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a Leyland school. The role focuses on 1:1 and small group support, promoting calm, structure and positive behaviours.

You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual support plans and nurture a supportive learning environment. The position offers weekly PAYE pay and opportunities for professional development.