Year 4 SEN TA

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Year 4 – Full Time – September Start – Kirkham

Location: Kirkham, Lancashire
Position: Year 4 SEMH Teaching Assistant
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full Time
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support a Year 4 pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs at a welcoming primary school in Kirkham. This is a full-time role starting in September, with the potential to continue long-term for the right candidate.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with SEMH needs

• Assisting in the classroom with tailored learning and behaviour strategies

• Helping the pupil engage positively with learning and develop key emotional regulation skills

• Building a trusting relationship and encouraging progress both academically and socially

• Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO, and other support staff

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs (in school or a similar setting)

• Calm, nurturing, and resilient personality

• Ability to manage challenging behaviours in a supportive and consistent way

• Passionate about supporting children’s mental health and emotional wellbeing

• Team Teach or similar de-escalation training is desirable (training can be provided)

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay (paid weekly)

• A long-term opportunity to make a real impact

• Ongoing CPD and training through Teaching Personnel

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

If you are ready to support a young learner in making positive steps forward both emotionally and academically, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel to find out more about this rewarding opportunity in Kirkham.

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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