SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Blackpool
Salary: £13.68 an hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 9:15am- 2:30pm

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are working with an alternative provision school in Blackpool that is looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are looking to make a real difference in the lives of children while gaining valuable experience within a supportive school environment.

The Role:

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with emotional and behavioural challenges, helping them to engage in lessons and reach their educational goals. Your role will include:

• Supporting a child with SEMH needs on a 1:1 or small group basis, assisting with academic tasks, social skills development, and emotional regulation.
• Encouraging positive behaviour through a trauma-informed approach and providing pastoral care.
• Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to ensure each child's needs are met.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Helping to manage challenging behaviour with patience, empathy, and respect.
• Encouraging student independence and confidence.

About You:

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or additional learning needs (desirable but not essential).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• A commitment to promoting an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is desirable but not necessary.
• A clear understanding of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to child protection.

What We Offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive school community.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Opportunities for career progression within the school.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and want to make a meaningful impact, Please submit your CV.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'