SEMH Teaching Assistant Role Overview: Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) Location: Wigan Contract Type: Full Time Rate of Pay: £475.00 - £550.00 per week Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30 About the School: Are you a resilient, calm and relationship-driven practitioner with experience supporting young people who display challenging behaviour? We are working with a specialist secondary school in Wigan seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for pupils with significant SEMH and behavioural needs. The school offers a structured, nurturing and therapeutic environment where pupils benefit from clear boundaries, consistent support and adults who can form meaningful, trusting relationships. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in managing challenging behaviour, can remain composed under pressure, and is committed to helping young people develop emotional regulation, resilience and engagement in learning. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide tailored 1:1 support to a secondary-aged pupil with complex behavioural and emotional needs. * Build strong, positive relationships to help pupils feel supported, understood and safe. * Implement behaviour intervention strategies, including de-escalation, restorative approaches and positive reinforcement. * Support pupils throughout the school day, including during lessons, transitions and periods of emotional dysre...