SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
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| Salary: | £95 to £115 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | WA10 1AA |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: St Helens
Start Date: January
Salary: £95 - £115 per day
Are you an
experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people with
social, emotional and mental health needs?
Do you have
experience managing challenging behaviour and using effective de-escalation strategies?
Are you
resilient, patient and confident in building positive relationships with pupils who require additional support?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEMH and Alternative Provision (AP) setting based in St Helens, who are looking to appoint a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant. The setting provides a supportive learning environment for pupils experiencing social, emotional and mental health difficulties, with a focus on building positive relationships, encouraging engagement and supporting personal development.
The setting is looking to take on an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant from January on a full-time, long-term basis. The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will support pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour, using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to help pupils regulate their emotions, access learning and develop confidence within the classroom.
The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will have:
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A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification, Level 2 or Level 3, is desirable
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Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
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Experience using positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
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Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
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Confidence managing challenging situations and promoting a positive learning environment
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A resilient, patient and consistent approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
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A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
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CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
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Market leading rates of pay
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TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are interested in this SEMH Teaching Assistant position, then click
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EMAIL:
Finn.Murray@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0151 675 0888
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.