Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

Teaching Assistant – SEMH (Secondary)

Location: Ellesmere Port
Contract: Full-Time | Immediate Start Available

A specialist secondary school in Ellesmere Port is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join its team. The school provides high-quality education and care for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and is committed to creating a nurturing and supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting students’ educational and emotional development. Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals, the Teaching Assistant will help foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of tailored lessons and targeted interventions.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help students remain engaged and make progress.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Help maintain a calm and structured classroom environment using effective de-escalation techniques.
• Monitor and track student progress, providing regular feedback to staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support each student’s holistic development.
• Participate in relevant training and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities.

Person Specification

• Experience working with secondary-aged students, ideally within SEMH, SEN, or alternative provision settings.
• Patience, resilience, and empathy, with a genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with both students and staff.
• Confidence in managing behaviour and supporting students with complex emotional needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Relevant qualifications in education or child development are desirable but not essential.

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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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