SEMH Teaching Assistant - Wirral

Academics Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant for a rewarding role in the Wirral area. The successful candidate will support a pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in a warm primary school environment. Responsibilities include helping the pupil engage with learning and develop positive relationships while working alongside teachers and support staff. This role is ideal for compassionate individuals committed to improving the emotional wellbeing of children requiring additional support.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates from 90-100

Ongoing work available

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioral needs, or additional needs.
• Ability to follow individual behavior support plans and school policies.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with SEMH needs in a primary school setting.
• Help the pupil regulate emotions and engage with learning.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to implement strategies.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEMH

Confident in providing 1:1 support

Patient, calm, and nurturing approach

Effective communication with pupils, staff, and families

Job description

1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant - Wirral

Academics Ltd are currently recruiting for a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Wirral area.

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work one-to-one with a pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a warm and welcoming primary school setting. This is a rewarding role for someone passionate about making a real difference to a child who requires additional emotional and behavioural support.

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the pupil regulate emotions, engage with learning, and develop positive relationships, both in and out of the classroom. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support staff to implement tailored strategies that promote inclusion and progress.

The Offer:

• January start.
• Opportunity to work 1:1 with a pupil with SEMH needs.
• A well-resourced, supportive and inclusive primary school.
• The chance to positively impact a child's emotional wellbeing, confidence, and learning.
• A team of committed, understanding, and professional staff.
• Competitive daily rates from 90- 100.
• Full compliance and safeguarding support.
• Ongoing work available through our outstanding agency.

We are seeking someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional needs.
• Is confident providing 1:1 support, including emotional regulation and behaviour management.
• Demonstrates a patient, calm, and nurturing approach.
• Can effectively support pupils in and outside of the classroom.
• Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Communicates confidently with pupils, staff, and families.
• Is able to follow individual behaviour support plans and school policies.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Is passionate about making a lasting, positive difference to vulnerable pupils.

If you are a motivated and empathetic Teaching Assistant looking for a fulfilling 1:1 SEMH role on the Wirral we would love to hear from you.