At a Glance
- Tasks: Support secondary students with SEMH needs, helping them engage and thrive in learning.
- Company: Teaching Personnel, a dedicated educational support provider in Liverpool.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing training, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Potential for long-term roles and professional growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEMH settings and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30285 - 37015 £ per year.
Location
Liverpool
Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract
Full-Time, Temporary with potential for permanent opportunities
Employer
- Teaching Personnel
- Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and resilient
SEMH Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged pupils within a specialist educational setting.
This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students aged 11-16 who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
You will provide tailored support both within the classroom and on a one-to-one basis, helping students engage with learning, develop positive relationships, and reach their full potential.
Previous experience working within an SEMH educational setting is essential.
- Experience supporting secondary-aged students.
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Enhanced
DBS certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to a wide range of specialist education opportunities.
- Potential for long‑term and permanent positions.
If you have the relevant SEMH experience and are committed to making a positive difference in young people's lives, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
This advert is for a temporary position.
In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with Df E statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.
All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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SEMH Teaching Assistants in Liverpool employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering educators and supporting their professional growth. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing work culture, we offer competitive pay, free CPD training, and a dedicated consultant for guidance throughout your journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs in the vibrant Salford area.
