SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant – Chorley – Temp to Perm
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are seeking a resilient, compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist independent provision in Chorley on a temporary-to-permanent basis.
The school provides bespoke, nurturing education for pupils who require additional support to thrive both academically and emotionally. The staff team is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment that promotes positive behaviour, emotional regulation and personal development.
Role:
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Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
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Support the class teacher in managing behaviour and implementing individual learning plans.
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Help pupils develop confidence, self-esteem and coping strategies.
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Work closely with other professionals to deliver a holistic approach to education and wellbeing.
About You:
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Experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour or additional needs (education, care or youth work backgrounds welcome).
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Calm, patient and consistent with excellent communication skills.
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Confident setting clear boundaries and using positive behaviour strategies.
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Flexible and proactive, with a genuine passion for making a difference.
What’s on Offer:
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Long-term position with a view to becoming permanent for the right person.
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Full-time, term-time hours.
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Supportive, close-knit staff team and ongoing professional development.
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Opportunity to help transform the lives of young people who need it most.
If you believe every child deserves a fresh start and the chance to succeed, we want to hear from you.
Apply now to discuss this rewarding opportunity and take your next step in supporting SEMH pupils in Chorley.
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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