SEMH Teaching Assistant

Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

Chorley, Lancashire
Full-time / Term-time (Part-time considered)
Long-term / Permanent opportunities available

We are looking to recruit a resilient and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist or mainstream setting in the Chorley area. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them to engage positively with education.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Support pupils in managing emotions, behaviour, and social interactions
• Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Build positive, consistent relationships to promote trust and engagement
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and external professionals to support pupil progress

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or trauma-informed settings
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with pupils and staff
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on pupils’ lives