Social Emotional and Mental Health Assistant

Social, Emotional and Mental Health Assistant
Location: Secondary Provision, Darwen
Hours: Full-time, 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary
Pay Rate: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a passionate and resilient Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Assistant to join a supportive secondary provision in Darwen. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people with additional social, emotional, or mental health needs.

The role will involve:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs.

• Building strong, supportive relationships to help students engage positively in school life.

• Supporting the implementation of individual learning and behaviour plans.

• Promoting emotional wellbeing and positive attitudes to learning.

• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with young people with SEMH or additional needs (school experience desirable).

• Demonstrate empathy, patience, and strong communication skills.

• Be confident, adaptable, and able to remain calm in challenging situations.

• Be committed to helping students reach their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nurturing and forward-thinking environment where you can make a real impact on young people’s lives.

If you are interested in this role, click ‘Apply Now’ and Keira will be in touch within 48 hours to discuss your application.

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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