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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 13.75 - 14.5 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Blackpool

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Blackpool

Do you have a passion for supporting children facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges? Are you highly skilled in environments that require patience, empathy, and consistency?

A Blackpool-based mainstream primary school is searching for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team in September. The school provides a secure and structured environment for pupils aged 4-11 who require additional support with emotional regulation, behaviour, and mental well-being. Our staff works closely with each child to develop trust, resilience, and confidence, creating a conducive space for effective learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Start date: 5th Jan
Contract: Long-term with potential for a permanent position
Salary: £89-95 per day (based on experience)
The role involves collaborating with teachers and support staff to deliver tailored interventions, both one-on-one and in small groups. These interventions may include emotional literacy sessions, sensory regulation, and creative activities designed to improve social skills and self-esteem. The SEMH Teaching Assistant will also be responsible for maintaining a calm and consistent learning environment during lessons, breaks, and transitions.

Requirements:

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience
Previous experience working with children with SEMH needs (in any setting)
A calm, nurturing, and resilient approach
Effective communication and de-escalation skills
Sound understanding of behaviour support strategies and trauma-informed practise
This role is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants or Psychology graduates looking to make a meaningful impact in a professional setting.

If you are excited about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV, and one of our consultants will be in touch within two working days.

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.

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