SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Specialist – Primary School – Croxteth

Location: Croxteth, Liverpool
Start Date: October 2025
Contract: Full-time, Temporary

Pay Rate: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour depending on experience

An inclusive and welcoming primary school in Croxteth is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEMH Specialist to join their staff team this October. This is a temporary, full-time role, ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing educational environment.

The school, which wishes to remain anonymous, prides itself on its strong pastoral care, supportive staff culture, and commitment to giving every child the best opportunity to succeed, regardless of the challenges they face. As part of the school’s wider SEND support strategy, the successful candidate will work closely with pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, providing 1:1 or small group interventions tailored to individual SEMH needs.

You’ll collaborate with the school’s SENCo, class teachers, and external agencies to deliver targeted support, monitor progress, and help children regulate their emotions, engage positively with learning, and thrive both socially and academically.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting
• A nurturing, calm, and patient approach to behaviour management
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence in adapting support strategies to individual needs
• A background in education, youth work, or psychology (desirable but not essential)
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Your own specialist consultant offering personalised support
• Access to extensive CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive primary setting
• Eligibility for temp-to-perm placements and career progression
• Dedicated support with DBS application and compliance

If you're ready to make a positive difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs and would thrive in a caring school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for this rewarding SEMH Specialist role in Croxteth.

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