SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant – Wirral
Pay: £95–£115 per day
Agency: TeacherActive
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a highly supportive and well-resourced specialist provision in the Wirral, seeking a dedicated SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.
About the School:
This specialist setting provides education for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school offers a nurturing and structured environment, focusing on building positive relationships, resilience, and emotional regulation. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students feel supported to engage with their learning and develop essential life skills. The school is well-equipped with tailored resources and benefits from a strong leadership team committed to staff development and wellbeing.
The Role:
As an SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide targeted support for pupils with additional needs. You will play a key role in managing challenging behaviour, supporting emotional regulation, and helping students access learning both in and out of the classroom.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs
Assist in managing challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner
Support the implementation of personalised learning plans
Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
Requirements:
Proven experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
Strong behaviour management skills and resilience
Experience dealing with challenging behaviour is essential
A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice is highly advantageous
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
What TeacherActive Offers:
Competitive daily pay rates (£95–£115)
Opportunity to secure a permanent position
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Access to professional development and training opportunities
If you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services