SEMH Teaching Assistant - Support & Engage Pupils

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across Chorley and Skelmersdale. Roles include 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, with both full-time and day-to-day supply opportunities available.

The positions offer hourly pay of £14.25–£15.00, start dates ASAP once vetted, and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant as you gain valuable experience in SEMH settings.

Qualifications

• School-based experience is beneficial but not essential
• Must have experience working as a Support Worker, Care Worker, Residential Support Worker, or within a similar care-based setting
• Confident supporting individuals with challenging behaviours and additional needs
• Patient, resilient, and able to build strong professional relationships
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons
• Building positive relationships with students and acting as a role model
• Supporting behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
• Encouraging student participation and independence throughout the school day

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across Chorley and Skelmersdale. Roles include 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs, with both full-time and day-to-day supply opportunities available.

The positions offer hourly pay of £14.25–£15.00, start dates ASAP once vetted, and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant as you gain valuable experience in SEMH settings.