Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Warrington

Are you a passionate educator looking for a new challenge where every day is different and you can make a real impact on young people’s lives? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic, approachable, and resilient Teaching Assistant to join one of our SEMH secondary schools in the Warrington area. In this role, you will work closely with a Year 9 class, supporting students with a range of SEMH needs such as anxiety, autism, challenging behaviour, and depression. Your goal will be to help them re-engage with education and develop essential social skills in a supportive and structured environment.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant you will

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, ensuring they can access learning and remain engaged.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation in line with school policies.
• Assist in delivering tailored lessons and interventions, adapting resources to meet individual learning styles and needs.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting observations to teachers and SENCO to inform planning and interventions.
• Offer emotional and social guidance, helping pupils build resilience, confidence, and positive relationships.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to create a consistent and supportive environment for pupils.

The ideal candidate will have

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (willing to obtain one)
• A proactive and resilient attitude
• Prior experience of working with SEMH needs
• Employment references covering the last 24 months
• Full time availability

Why Work with Teaching Personnel

• Competitive pay rates and weekly pay.
• Access to free CPD courses and training to enhance your skills.
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support and career guidance.
• Opportunities for long-term roles and progression within specialist education settings.

If this is the right opportunity for you, then apply today by sending if your CV!

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.
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