Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Full-time 
Pay: Paid weekly via PAYE (no umbrella fees)

Teaching Personnel are looking to appoint a Skilled SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a well‑regarded primary school in Oxton, Wirral known for its nurturing, inclusive ethos and strong pastoral focus. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils with additional social, emotional, and mental health needs.

About the School

This friendly Oxton-based primary prides itself on:

• A warm, community-centred atmosphere.
• Strong behaviour support systems supported by pastoral and SEN teams.
• A commitment to trauma-informed practice.
• Smaller-than-average class sizes and well-resourced intervention spaces.

You’ll join a school that values patient, resilient and compassionate staff who make a real difference every day.

Role Overview

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who present with a range of emotional and behavioural needs. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCo and support team to help children regulate, access learning and build their confidence.

Key Responsibilities

In the Classroom

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and de‑escalation techniques.
• Assist pupils with maintaining focus and engagement in lessons.
• Adapt classroom tasks to suit individual learning needs.
• Promote positive relationships, self-esteem, and resilience.

Pastoral & SEMH Support

• Use trauma‑informed approaches to build trust and emotional safety.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs, and transition routines.
• Monitor, record and report changes in behaviour or emotional wellbeing.
• Liaise with external agencies when appropriate (e.g. counsellors, mentors).

Wider School Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the school SEN team.
• Participate in team meetings, behaviour briefings and safeguarding updates.
• Support with breaktime/lunchtime duties where required.
• Maintain a safe, calm and positive school environment.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

Weekly PAYE Pay

• Transparent PAYE payment: no umbrella company, no hidden fees.
• Higher take‑home pay with full compliance.
• Holiday pay accrued and fully accessible.

 Benefits

• A personal consultant dedicated to the Wirral primary sector.
• Access to hundreds of local roles via our educator pool.
• Free CPD courses (Team Teach, Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management).
• Social events and networking opportunities with other local educators.
• Flexible work patterns to suit your lifestyle.

Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need formal TA qualifications, but we welcome applicants with:

• Experience in SEMH, SEN, youth work, childcare, coaching or mentoring.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and emotional regulation strategies.
• Patience, resilience, empathy and a calm, nurturing attitude.
• A willingness to learn, adapt and support complex needs.

Location

Primary School in Oxton, Wirral, easily accessible from Birkenhead, Prenton, Wallasey and West Kirby.

Apply Today!

If you’re passionate about helping children overcome barriers and thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
Join our local educator pool and secure work quickly with supportive Wirral primary schools.

Apply now with your CV or contact the Liverpool Primary Team at Teaching Personnel for more information.