SEN Teaching Assistants & SEMH Support Staff – Wirral
Start Date: September 2026
Interviews Taking Place ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs?
Looking to make a real difference in the classroom?
Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to work across a range of mainstream secondary schools in the Wirral. These roles involve supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and other learning challenges.
In addition, we are seeking SEMH Support Staff to work within our partner alternative provision schools, supporting students who face social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) barriers, as well as those displaying challenging behaviours.
About the Role:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
- Support students with behavioural, emotional, and social development
- Build positive, trusting relationships to help students thrive
- Work collaboratively with school staff and external professionals
We Are Looking For Candidates Who:
- Have experience working with young people with SEN or SEMH needs (desirable but not essential)
- Are patient, resilient, and adaptable
- Have a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
- Can remain calm and professional in challenging situations
- Are committed to making a positive impact on students’ lives
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rates (£95 - £100 per day)
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Support from a dedicated consultant
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Important Information:
- Location: Wirral
- Start Date: September 2026
- Interviews: Taking place immediately – early application is strongly encouraged
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of young people, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to secure your interview and join our supportive network of education professionals.
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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