SEMH Teaching Assistant - Kirkby

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Kirkby – Temp to Perm
Teaching Personnel – October 2025 Start

Start Date: October 2025
Schedule: Full Time
Location: Kirkby (L33)
Pay Rate: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour

Are you passionate about supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and making a meaningful difference in their educational journey? We are currently recruiting for SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming and busy primary school in Kirkby. This is an exciting temp to perm opportunity starting in October 2025, offering the chance to work closely with young pupils in a nurturing environment that values your contribution and dedication.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting children who require additional help to thrive emotionally and socially within the classroom. You will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to create a safe, calm, and encouraging atmosphere where pupils can develop confidence, resilience, and positive learning habits. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, empathetic, and eager to make a positive impact on children’s lives.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Patient, warm, and calming in their approach to pupils
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
• Confident in communicating effectively with children, staff, and parents
• Able to work flexibly with a range of age groups and varying needs
• Committed to promoting inclusion and wellbeing within the school environment
• Ideally Level 2 Qualified

Why choose to work with Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
• Competitive hourly rates paid via PAYE – no umbrella companies involved
• Access to an extensive network of schools across the UK
• Continuous professional development opportunities, including Thrive training and Team Teach courses
• Dedicated support from our recruitment team throughout your placement

This is a fantastic opportunity to work full time in a friendly and supportive setting, contributing directly to the wellbeing and progress of children with SEMH needs. If you are ready to take on a rewarding role where your skills and compassion truly matter, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact our recruitment team for further information and to discuss how you can get started with Teaching Personnel.

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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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