Specialist SEMH Teaching Assistant - Blackpool Secondary School Full-Time Role | Long-Term Contract | Immediate Start Available Start Date: Monday 3rd November 2025 (or sooner!) Are you a highly empathetic, resilient, and skilled Teaching Assistant ready to specialise in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? A welcoming secondary school in Blackpool is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their inclusion team. This is a crucial, full-time role dedicated to helping vulnerable students overcome barriers to learning, manage challenging behaviour, and thrive in the secondary school environment. The Role: Key Responsibilities Working primarily with students across Key Stages 3 and 4 (ages 11-16), you will: Targeted Support: Provide intensive one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with complex SEMH needs, including anxiety, trauma, and challenging behaviour. Behaviour Management: Implement established behaviour intervention plans, using effective de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement to help students regulate their emotions. Engagement & Inclusion: Support the class teacher in differentiating the curriculum and creating a safe, structured environment that promotes student engagement and successful inclusion. Pastoral Mentorship: Act as a consistent and trusted mentor, building strong, positive relationships that encourage students to attend school and dev...