SEMH Specialist – Primary School – Croxteth
Location: Croxteth, Liverpool
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, Temporary
Pay Rate: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour (depending on experience)
About the Role
An inclusive and welcoming primary school in Croxteth is seeking a dedicated SEMH Specialist to join their team this January. This is a temporary, full-time role, perfect for someone passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing educational environment.
The school prides itself on strong pastoral care, a supportive staff culture, and a commitment to ensuring every child succeeds, regardless of the challenges they face. As part of the school’s SEND provision, you will work closely with pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering 1:1 and small group interventions tailored to individual SEMH needs.
You’ll collaborate with the SENCo, class teachers, and external agencies to:
* Deliver targeted emotional and behavioural support.
* Help children regulate emotions and engage positively with learning.
* Monitor progress and adapt strategies to meet evolving needs.
Ideal Candidate
* Experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting.
* A calm, patient, and nurturing approach to behaviour management.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to adapt support strategies to individual needs.
* Background in education, youth work, or psychology (desirable but not essential).
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
* Competitive pay, weekly via PAYE.
* Your own specialist consultant for personalised support.
* Access to exclusive CPD courses, including:
o Understanding SEMH Needs
o Behaviour Management Strategies
o Safeguarding and Child Protection
* Opportunities for career progression and temp-to-perm placements.
* Full support with DBS application and compliance.
Ready to make a positive impact?
Apply now to be considered for this rewarding SEMH Specialist role in Croxteth and start your journey in January!
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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