SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Ashton in Makerfield

2 weeks ago

Bryn Borough of Wigan, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Ashton in Makerfield
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time, Term Time
Start Date: ASAP

About the School

This specialist SEMH provision supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs through a highly nurturing, structured and inclusive approach. The setting promotes emotional resilience, positive behaviour, academic engagement and personal growth, ensuring pupils feel understood, safe and respected.

Small class sizes allow staff to work closely with learners, providing tailored interventions and building strong, trust-based relationships. The school adopts a holistic, child-centred ethos, placing well-being and emotional development at the heart of learning.

The Role

TeacherActive are recruiting an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join this dedicated provision. The successful candidate will:

Support learners with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

Help pupils self-regulate, develop confidence and engage positively in learning.

Implement SEMH strategies and behaviour support plans alongside qualified staff.

Promote a calm, consistent and trauma-aware classroom environment.

Assist with lesson resources, differentiation and pupil observations.

Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and pastoral teams.

Applicant Requirements

Essential:

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.

Strong understanding of behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.

Ability to remain calm, patient and empathetic under pressure.

Skilled in forming positive relationships and offering reassurance and structure.

Resilient, proactive and committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable pupils.

Desirable:

Experience or training in trauma-informed approaches.

SEMH/behaviour intervention experience.

A relevant TA qualification or willingness to undertake training.

What You’ll Receive

A highly rewarding position supporting pupils who benefit greatly from consistent adult support.

A welcoming, professional and collaborative staff team.

Ongoing SEMH and trauma-informed CPD opportunities.

Competitive pay through TeacherActive.

The chance to truly make a difference in both learning and personal development.

If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to be part of a team that puts emotional well-being first, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to Zoe on (url removed) along with a brief summary of your SEMH experience and what makes you suitable for this role.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

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