SEMH Specialist – Primary School – Croxteth
Location: Croxteth, Liverpool
Start Date: February 2026
Contract: Full-time, Temporary
Pay Rate: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour (dependent on experience)
A warm and inclusive primary school in Croxteth is looking to welcome an experienced and committed SEMH Specialist to their team this February. This full-time temporary role is perfect for someone passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a caring and structured primary environment.
This school, has a strong reputation for its pastoral provision, collaborative staff culture, and unwavering commitment to ensuring every child can thrive, regardless of the challenges they may face. Working across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, the successful candidate will deliver tailored SEMH interventions on a 1:1 or small-group basis, supporting children with emotional regulation, engagement, and positive behaviour.
You will work closely with the SENCo, class teachers, and external professionals to provide targeted support, track progress, and help pupils develop socially, emotionally, and academically.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting
- A calm, nurturing approach to behaviour management
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence in adapting strategies to suit individual pupil needs
- Background in education, youth work, psychology, or a related area (advantageous but not essential)
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive weekly PAYE pay
- A dedicated specialist consultant offering tailored support
- Access to a range of CPD and training opportunities
- Valuable experience in a supportive primary school environment
- Opportunities for temp-to-perm progression
- Full guidance with DBS and compliance processes
If you’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people and want to join a caring and supportive primary school, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for this rewarding SEMH Specialist role starting in February.
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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