SEMH support

Teaching Assistant – SEMH Support (Year 4) | Bispham | Immediate Start 

Location: Bispham
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary (with potential for long-term placement)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support a Year 4 pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a welcoming primary school in Bispham.

About the Role:

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with SEMH needs, helping them to engage positively with learning.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes emotional well-being and academic progress.
• Support the pupil in managing behaviour and building resilience.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children with SEMH or similar needs (school-based or other relevant settings).
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development.

What We Offer:

• A supportive school environment with a strong commitment to inclusion.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support from Teaching Personnel.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s life.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role and help a young learner thrive, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel Preston Branch for more information.

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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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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