SEMH Teaching Assistant

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SEMH Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Secondary School
Accrington, Lancashire Start Date: June 2026 Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Via Teaching Personnel
Are you a resilient, compassionate, and proactive individual with a passion for supporting young people? Teaching Personnel are seeking a strong SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream secondary school in the Accrington area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone experienced in supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs who thrives in a dynamic school environment.
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs Help students regulate emotions, build confidence, and develop coping strategies Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams Support behaviour management and create a calm, positive learning atmosphere Contribute to personalised learning plans and interventions Build trusting relationships with students to help them reach their full potential What We’re Looking For
We are seeking candidates who are:
Experienced in working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional needs Confident, patient, and emotionally resilient Able to remain calm under pressure Excellent communicators with a nurturing approach Willing to adapt and think creatively to meet individual needs Available f...
Location:
Accrington
Salary:
£95 - £110 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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