SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Speke

Position Overview

North West/ temporary / £95 - 115 per day

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist provision in the Speke area, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs. The setting provides a structured and supportive learning environment, focused on helping young people build confidence, develop positive relationships and achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant from September on a long-term basis. The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will be supporting students across Key Stage 4 / KS4, working closely with teaching staff to manage behaviour, encourage engagement and provide tailored support to students with additional emotional and behavioural needs.

Responsibilities

Support students with SEMH needs across Key Stage 4/ KS4.

Manage challenging behaviour within a secondary school setting.

Collaborate with teaching staff to encourage student engagement and behaviour management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Experience supporting students within a secondary school or alternative provision setting.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude.

Benefits

• Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to assist with onboarding.
• Guaranteed payment scheme. Terms and conditions apply.
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel.
• Market leading rates of pay.
• Referral scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and conditions apply.

Additional Information

Staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring proper tax and national insurance handling.

Equal Opportunities

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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