SEMH Teaching Assistant – Make a Lasting Impact | Thornton Location: Thornton, Lancashire Start Date: Ongoing recruitment Contract Type: Long-term, with potential for permanent placement Pay: £89–£95 per day (depending on experience) Are you driven by the desire to support children facing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges? Do you thrive in environments where empathy, consistency, and resilience are key? A welcoming mainstream primary school in Thornton is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils who need help regulating emotions, managing behaviour, and building confidence. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life while developing your own skills in a supportive setting. What You’ll Be Doing: Delivering tailored interventions to support emotional literacy, social skills, and behaviour regulation Supporting pupils during lessons, transitions, and break times to maintain a calm and structured environment Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to implement EHCP targets Using trauma-informed and restorative approaches to build trust and resilience Encouraging positive relationships and helping pupils engage with learning ✅ What We’re Looking For: Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant experience in SEMH support)...