SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEMH Support | South Shore, Blackpool | Immediate Start

Location: South Shore, Blackpool
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, ongoing
Salary: Competitive, £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in South Shore, Blackpool, to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a child with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis. This is a full-time role, starting immediately, with the potential to become long-term for the right candidate.

About the Role:

• Supporting a child with SEMH needs throughout the school day
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies
• Promoting emotional regulation, engagement, and positive behaviour
• Creating a safe and nurturing learning environment

✅ Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children with SEMH, autism, or behavioural needs
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support from Teaching Personnel
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a child’s educational journey

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

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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