SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Warrington

TeacherActive; Warrington; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 21,217; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding support 24/7

Guaranteed payments

CPD courses

Market-leading rates

Referral bonus (£100)

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Warrington to support students with SEMH needs, both in and out of the classroom. The role involves managing behaviour, providing emotional support, and helping to create a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate has experience with SEMH, strong communication skills, and a calm, adaptable approach to support students' needs. On offer are competitive daily pay and ongoing CPD opportunities through the My-Progression channel.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills.
• Previous experience in a school or alternative provision setting.
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students both in and out of the classroom.
• Help manage behaviour and provide emotional support.
• Create a positive learning environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Calm and adaptable

Student support

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Warrington
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £95 - £115 per day

Responsibilities

• Support students both in and out of the classroom.
• Help manage behaviour and provide emotional support.
• Create a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills.
• Previous experience in a school or alternative provision setting.
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs.

Benefits

• Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 for onboarding.
• Guaranteed payment scheme (terms and conditions apply).
• CPD courses and certificates through the My‑Progression channel.
• Market‑leading rates of pay.
• TeacherActive referral scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.