SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 22 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £109 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2026 |
| Location: | Blackburn, Lancashire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 212514 |
Summary
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding and transformative journey as a Full-time SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant? If you possess a genuine enthusiasm for supporting children with complex needs and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in their lives, then this exceptional opportunity in Blackburn, Lancashire could be the perfect next step in your career.
Our client, a highly regarded educational institution, is seeking a dedicated and adaptable SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. This position offers a competitive daily rate of £109 - £115, making it an attractive prospect for driven individuals who thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment.
As a Full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be at the forefront of delivering tailored support and assistance to students with diverse social, emotional, and mental health needs. Your role will involve working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create a safe, inclusive, and enriching learning experience for each child in your care.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by students with SEMH needs, and possess the skills to develop positive relationships, foster emotional resilience, and facilitate academic progress. Your ability to adapt your teaching strategies, maintain a calm and reassuring presence, and champion the individual strengths of each student will be crucial to your success in this role.
In addition to your exceptional interpersonal skills, you will bring a strong academic background, with relevant qualifications and a proven track record of working effectively with children in an educational setting. Your willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and your ability to contribute to multi-disciplinary team efforts will be highly valued by our client.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people, as you work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff. By joining our client's institution, you will become part of a supportive and collaborative environment that prioritises the well-being and progress of its students.
This job is being advertised on Senploy - the UK's favourite education and SEND job board. If you're ready to take on this rewarding role and be a catalyst for positive change, we encourage you to submit your CV for consideration.
- Provide personalised support and assistance to students with SEMH needs, tailoring your approach to their individual requirements
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement effective strategies for supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that promotes self-confidence, resilience, and a love of learning
- Monitor and record students' progress, adjusting support as needed to ensure their continued development
- Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and contribute to the planning and delivery of tailored intervention programmes
- Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge in the field of SEMH support
- Relevant educational qualifications, such as a teaching assistant diploma or equivalent
- Substantial experience working with children or young people, preferably in an SEMH or SEND setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure
- Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to learn and implement new strategies and approaches
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Our client, a highly regarded educational institution, is seeking a dedicated and adaptable SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. This position offers a competitive daily rate of £109 - £115, making it an attractive prospect for driven individuals who thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment.
As a Full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be at the forefront of delivering tailored support and assistance to students with diverse social, emotional, and mental health needs. Your role will involve working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create a safe, inclusive, and enriching learning experience for each child in your care.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by students with SEMH needs, and possess the skills to develop positive relationships, foster emotional resilience, and facilitate academic progress. Your ability to adapt your teaching strategies, maintain a calm and reassuring presence, and champion the individual strengths of each student will be crucial to your success in this role.
In addition to your exceptional interpersonal skills, you will bring a strong academic background, with relevant qualifications and a proven track record of working effectively with children in an educational setting. Your willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and your ability to contribute to multi-disciplinary team efforts will be highly valued by our client.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people, as you work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff. By joining our client's institution, you will become part of a supportive and collaborative environment that prioritises the well-being and progress of its students.
This job is being advertised on Senploy - the UK's favourite education and SEND job board. If you're ready to take on this rewarding role and be a catalyst for positive change, we encourage you to submit your CV for consideration.
- Provide personalised support and assistance to students with SEMH needs, tailoring your approach to their individual requirements
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement effective strategies for supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that promotes self-confidence, resilience, and a love of learning
- Monitor and record students' progress, adjusting support as needed to ensure their continued development
- Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and contribute to the planning and delivery of tailored intervention programmes
- Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge in the field of SEMH support
- Relevant educational qualifications, such as a teaching assistant diploma or equivalent
- Substantial experience working with children or young people, preferably in an SEMH or SEND setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure
- Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to learn and implement new strategies and approaches
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people