SEMH Teaching Assistant

Company: Veritas Education recruitment ltd
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Location: Walton Le Dale
Job Description:

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Kirkham, Lancashire Specialist SEMH College Centre Part-time – Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Term-time Agency Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEMH College Centre in Kirkham for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to work 3 days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs while benefiting from a consistent part-time schedule.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs
  • Support learners to re-engage with education, routines, and emotional regulation
  • Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery and differentiated activities
  • Apply positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
  • Support students both academically and emotionally
  • Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

  • Experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional needs(schools, colleges, PRUs, care, youth work, or similar settings)
  • Calm, patient, and resilient approach
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team
  • TA qualification desirable but not essential
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer

  • Competitive weekly agency pay
  • Fixed part-time schedule: Tuesday to Thursday
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
  • Access to training and CPD opportunities
  • Long-term placement with potential for permanent opportunities
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a specialist SEMH setting

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.’

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Posted: July 17th, 2026