Location: Liverpool Pay: £95 – £110 per day (dependent on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Full-time, long-term We are seeking a skilled and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive specialist provision in Liverpool, working with pupils who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviour. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people who need encouragement, structure, and consistent support. Key Responsibilities: Supporting students with SEMH needs both inside and outside the classroom Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils to help regulate behaviour and encourage engagement Assisting the class teacher in planning and delivering a tailored, inclusive curriculum Promoting a calm, safe, and supportive learning environment Encouraging emotional development, resilience, and personal growth The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviour – essential A calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management Strong communication and relationship-building skills A commitment to safeguarding and inclusion Knowledge of trauma-informed or nurture-based practices – highly advantageous A flexible, team-oriented mindset What the School Offers: A collaborative and supportive team environment Ongoing training and CPD opportunities A rewarding role where no two days are the same The chance to make a real difference in pupils’ lives If you’re looking for a meaningful role where you can support young people to thrive emotionally and academically, we’d love to hear from you. All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services