SEMH Support Assistant - Wavertree

Exciting Opportunity: SEN Support Assistant (SEMH Focus)

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and skilled Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Assistant, specialising in Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), to join a welcoming primary school in Wavertree (L15).

This is a long-term position starting in October and continuing until the end of the academic year, with the potential to become permanent. The successful candidate will provide individualised support to a reception pupil who requires both academic and social assistance.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience working with SEN pupils.
• Strong knowledge of effective de-escalation strategies.
• Confidence in supporting a pupil with a personalised education plan tailored to SEMH needs.
• Ability to deliver regular updates and progress reports.

The Role

• Hours: 8:45 am – 3:15 pm
• Join a highly regarded school community with a positive Ofsted rating.
• Work within a school that has been consistently oversubscribed and maintains exemplary standards of behaviour.
• Benefit from dedicated guidance and additional training provided by the SENCO.

Who Should Apply?

The school welcomes applications from candidates with experience in:

• Care and support roles.
• Nursery and early years settings.
• School-based support work.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child’s educational journey while gaining valuable professional development.

How to Apply

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