SEMH Teaching Assistant in Year 1 - Birkenhead
Teaching Assistant with SEMH Experience – Immediate Start
Location: Bootle (L20)Position: Full-Time, Long-Term TA Role
Start Date: ASAP
Working hours: 9am - 3pm
Through: Teaching Personnel
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Teaching Personnel are working closely with a welcoming and supportive primary school in the Bootle (L20) area, who are seeking a confident, resilient, and caring Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil in Year 1. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey, with the role starting immediately on a full-time basis.
About the Role:
- 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with SEMH needs
- Managing and responding to challenging behaviour in a calm and positive manner
- Supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive engagement in class
- Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to follow tailored support plans
- 9am until 3pm, Monday to Friday (term time), ongoing role with the potential for a permanent contract
About You:
- Experience supporting children with SEMH needs and managing challenging behaviour
- Strong understanding of strategies to help children regulate emotions and stay engaged
- Confident, patient, and empathetic approach
- Ability to build a trusting relationship and be a positive role model
- Experience in a primary school setting is ideal, particularly in KS1
- Relevant qualifications (such as a Teaching Assistant qualification) are desirable but not essential for the right experience
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rates, with the minimum hourly rate increasing to £13.75 per hour by 1st April
- Ongoing support from your personal consultant at Teaching Personnel
- Opportunity to work in a caring, inclusive, and supportive school environment
- Access to free professional development and CPD opportunities
If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and have the skills to support a young learner who needs that extra care and guidance, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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