Social Emotional Mental Health Support Worker

Job Advert – SEMH Support Worker (Primary Education)
Location: Skelmersdale
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (with the opportunity to begin on an ad-hoc basis)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to make a real difference to children’s lives and help them thrive in school? We are currently looking for a dedicated and empathetic SEMH Support Worker to join a supportive primary school setting, working with pupils who have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

The Role:

As an SEMH Support Worker, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support to primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs

• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement in learning

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs and external agencies

• Support pupils with developing social skills, resilience and confidence

• Adapt learning resources and activities to meet individual EHCP outcomes

• Monitor progress and contribute to review meetings and written reports

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs (in education, care, youth work or similar)

• A calm, patient and nurturing approach

• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

• Resilience, reliability and flexibility

• Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and helping them succeed

• Training in safeguarding, Team Teach or similar is advantageous but not essential

What We Offer:

• Temp-to-perm opportunity (initial contract with view to permanent employment)

• Option to begin on an ad-hoc basis to build experience before committing to full-time

• Supportive school team with access to CPD and specialist training

• Weekly pay and dedicated consultant support (if through an agency)

• Meaningful role where you can have a long-term, positive impact

This role is ideal for individuals from backgrounds such as education, youth work, mental health support, residential care, or social care who are looking to transition into an SEMH school environment.

Interested?
Apply now to arrange an informal chat or trial day and take your first step toward a rewarding career in SEMH education.

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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