At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEMH needs and promote positive behaviours in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in young people's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing training, and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Other info: Flexible hours and potential for permanent positions in the future.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in education.
- Qualifications: Team Teach trained with experience in supporting children with SEMH needs.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Location: PR6 area
Position Type: Full‑time / Part‑time (flexible options available)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to work within schools across the PR6 area. This role is ideal for someone with Team Teach training who is confident supporting pupils with additional behavioural and emotional needs. You will work closely with class teachers and SEN staff to provide targeted support, helping students engage with their learning and develop positive behaviours.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small group basis
- Assist in managing challenging behaviour using de-escalation strategies
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to create a safe and inclusive learning environment
- Implement behaviour plans and support strategies
- Promote emotional wellbeing and positive social development
- Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and incidents
Qualifications
- Valid Team Teach training (essential)
- Previous experience working with children with SEMH needs
- Strong behaviour management skills
- Calm, patient, and resilient approach
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Experience in a school or alternative provision setting
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or youth work
Benefits
- Competitive pay rates
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive and experienced team
- Opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives
- All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
- Support for free child protection and prevent duty training
- All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced DBS check (full assistance provided)
This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. Apply today to join a rewarding role supporting pupils in the PR6 area.
SEMH Teaching Assistant (Team Teached Trained) employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for SEMH Teaching Assistants in the PR6 area. With flexible working options, competitive pay, and ongoing professional development, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives while being part of a dedicated team that values resilience and compassion. Join us to help create a safe and inclusive learning atmosphere where both you and the students can thrive.
