Semh teaching assistant (team teached trained)

SEMH Teaching Assistant – PR6 Area Location: PR6 area Position Type: Full-time / Part-time (flexible options available) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to work within schools across the PR6 area. This role is ideal for someone with Team Teach training who is confident supporting pupils with additional behavioural and emotional needs. You will work closely with class teachers and SEN staff to provide targeted support, helping students engage with their learning and develop positive behaviours. Key Responsibilities Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small group basis Assist in managing challenging behaviour using de-escalation strategies Work collaboratively with teaching staff to create a safe and inclusive learning environment Implement behaviour plans and support strategies Promote emotional wellbeing and positive social development Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and incidents Essential Requirements Valid Team Teach training (essential) Previous experience working with children with SEMH needs Strong behaviour management skills Calm, patient, and resilient approach Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one) Desirable Experience in a school or alternative provision setting Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or youth work What We Offer Competitive pay rates Ongoing professional development and training opportunities Supportive and experienced team Opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives Apply today to join a rewarding role supporting pupils in the PR6 area. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.