Overview
SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Ashton in Makerfield. North West/ temporary / £95 – 120 per day
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)Location: Ashton in MakerfieldContract: Full-Time / Part-Time, Term TimeStart Date: ASAP
The Role
TeacherActive are recruiting an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join this dedicated provision. The successful candidate will:
- Support learners with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
- Help pupils self-regulate, develop confidence and engage positively in learning.
- Implement SEMH strategies and behaviour support plans alongside qualified staff.
- Promote a calm, consistent and trauma-aware classroom environment.
- Assist with lesson resources, differentiation and pupil observations.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and pastoral teams.
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
- Strong understanding of behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
- Ability to remain calm, patient and empathetic under pressure.
- Skilled in forming positive relationships and offering reassurance and structure.
- Resilient, proactive and committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable pupils.
- Experience or training in trauma-informed approaches.
- A relevant TA qualification or willingness to undertake training.
What You’ll Receive
- A highly rewarding position supporting pupils who benefit greatly from consistent adult support.
- A welcoming, professional and collaborative staff team.
- Ongoing SEMH and trauma-informed CPD opportunities.
- Competitive pay through TeacherActive.
- The chance to truly make a difference in both learning and personal development.
Application Details
If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to be part of a team that puts emotional well-being first, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to Zoe on zoe.walker@teacheractive.com along with a brief summary of your SEMH experience and what makes you suitable for this role.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.
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