Teaching Assistant (SEMH School) Location: Blackburn, Lancashire (UK) Start Date: September 2026 Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Full Academic Year) Schedule: Full-time, 5 days a week (Monday to Friday, Term Time Only) Pay: £92.89 - £115.89 per day About Our School Tradewind are looking for a specialised SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to work within an SEMH school in Blackburn dedicated to providing a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment for pupils who face significant barriers to learning in mainstream education. Our team works hard to re-engage young people, build their self-esteem, and support their emotional and academic development. Tradewind are currently seeking dedicated, resilient, and empathetic Teaching Assistants to join a close-knit team for the upcoming academic year on a stable, 12-month contract. The Role & Responsibilities In an SEMH setting, your day-to-day role goes far beyond standard academic support. You will act as a mentor, role model, and consistent figure in our students' daily routines. 1:1 & Small Group Mentoring: Support pupils with complex SEMH needs, trauma backgrounds, or associated conditions such as ADHD and Autism. Behaviour Management: Implement positive behaviour strategies, utilising specialised de-escalation techniques to support students during periods of crisis. Academic Assistance: Help pupils enga...