SEMH Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Secondary School
Accrington, Lancashire
Start Date: June 2026
Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Via Teaching Personnel
Are you a resilient, compassionate, and proactive individual with a passion for supporting young people? Teaching Personnel are seeking a strong SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream secondary school in the Accrington area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone experienced in supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs who thrives in a dynamic school environment.
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs
* Help students regulate emotions, build confidence, and develop coping strategies
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
* Support behaviour management and create a calm, positive learning atmosphere
* Contribute to personalised learning plans and interventions
* Build trusting relationships with students to help them reach their full potential
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking candidates who are:
* Experienced in working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional needs
* Confident, patient, and emotionally resilient
* Able to remain calm under pressure
* Excellent communicators with a nurturing approach
* Willing to adapt and think creatively to meet individual needs
* Available full-time from June 2026
A background in youth work, mentoring, care, sports coaching, or psychology is highly valued.
What We Offer
Through Teaching Personnel, you will receive:
* A competitive daily rate
* Ongoing CPD and behaviour support training
* A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your role
* A genuine temp-to-perm pathway within a supportive school setting
* The opportunity to make a real, long-lasting difference in young people’s lives
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If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and ready for a rewarding challenge in a mainstream secondary environment, we’d love to hear from you!
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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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