Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school setting, supporting students with challenging behaviour needs. This role is ideal for someone with experience working with children or adults who have social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and who can provide calm, consistent support in a busy school environment.
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
1. Support students with SEMH needs in the classroom and during unstructured times
2. Work closely with teaching staff and the SEMH team to manage behaviour and support learning
3. Assist with implementing behaviour support plans and interventions
4. Support social skills development and emotional wellbeing
5. Help maintain a safe and structured learning environment
The School
This role is based in a secondary school with a strong focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeing, offering:
6. A supportive and experienced staff team
7. Opportunities to work with a range of SEMH interventions and strategies
8. A commitment to improving outcomes for all students
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
9. Has experience working with children or adults with SEMH needs
10. Can confidently support students with challenging behaviour
11. Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
Essential Requirements
12. Experience supporting individuals with SEMH (essential)
13. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
14. References covering the last 2–5 years
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
15. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
16. Regular and varied supply work
17. Competitive rates of pay
18. Potential long-term teaching roles
19. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
20. A network of branches across the UK
21. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
22. Recommend-a-friend scheme
23. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Liverpool branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.