SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Old Swan, Liverpool (L13)
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2026
Pay Rate: £14.25 – 15.25 per hour (dependent on experience)
Are you dedicated to supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day? Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate and proactive SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Old Swan, Liverpool, from September 2026.
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils thrive both academically and emotionally. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs and associated learning barriers.
- Delivering targeted interventions that promote emotional wellbeing, resilience, and positive behaviour.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral teams to support individual learning and development plans.
- Creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where pupils feel supported and valued.
- Encouraging engagement, confidence, and independence both inside and outside the classroom.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have experience working with children or young people with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, or behavioural needs.
- Demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting pupils with complex needs.
- Can build strong, trusting relationships that positively influence pupil outcomes.
- Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Are adaptable, proactive, and committed to making a positive impact.
- Hold a relevant qualification or training in SEN, behaviour management, youth work, or a related field (desirable).
Transport Links – Old Swan (L13)
Old Swan is well connected and easily accessible from across Liverpool and surrounding areas.
By Bus Frequent services including the 10, 10A, 60, 62, and 68 operate through Old Swan, providing convenient routes throughout the city. Key bus stops are located along Prescot Road and Derby Lane.
By Train Wavertree Technology Park is the nearest railway station, offering direct connections to Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool South Parkway, and Manchester Oxford Road.
By Air Liverpool John Lennon Airport is approximately 12 minutes away by car or around 45 minutes via public transport, making commuting straightforward for those travelling from further afield.
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
When you join Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
- Access to specialist SEN training and CPD opportunities to support your professional development.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Flexible employment opportunities to suit your career goals.
- A strong network of schools and education professionals.
- Potential opportunities to secure a permanent position following a successful placement.
Apply Today
If you're passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and are ready to begin a rewarding new role in September 2026, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact the Teaching Personnel team for further information about this exciting opportunity.
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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