SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Full Time
Location: Birkenhead, Wirral
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: £122 - £125 per day
We are recruiting for a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated and supportive team at a specialist SEMH school in Birkenhead, catering to a mixed cohort of primary and secondary pupils.

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  Support students with SEMH needs in both group and one-to-one settings
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  Work alongside teaching staff to implement tailored support plans
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  Promote a safe and positive learning environment
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  Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours effectively and professionally
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  Act as a positive role model, fostering trust and emotional resilience in pupils

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  Must hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
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  Able to provide 24 months' worth of employment references
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  Experience in one or more of the following backgrounds is desirable:
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    Care worker / support worker
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    Health care assistant
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    Sports coach
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    Ex-military / police service
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  Strong interpersonal skills and emotional resilience
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  A genuine passion for working with children and young people with additional needs

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  A supportive and inclusive school community
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  Ongoing training and development opportunities
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  Consistent, full-time work during term time
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  The chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking a rewarding role within education who is confident, proactive, and prepared to meet the challenges of a SEMH setting head-on.
Ready to inspire and support? Apply today to join a school where every day brings new opportunities to change lives.