Description
Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support
Location: Knowsley
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: February
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start February by Making a Lasting Difference
Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning? Do you bring patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to helping students grow—both emotionally and academically?
A welcoming secondary school in Knowsley is seeking a dedicated SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join their team from February. This long-term role is ideal for someone who can remain calm under pressure, build positive relationships, and provide the consistency and understanding that young people with SEMH needs rely on.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges
• Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring personalised and purposeful interventions
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using clear boundaries, de-escalation strategies, and consistent encouragement
• Help create a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued
• Build trusting, meaningful relationships that support both academic progress and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, and external professionals to monitor progress and adapt strategies as needed
About You
You will be:
• Experienced in supporting children or young people with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour
• Calm, emotionally resilient, and able to think clearly in challenging situations
• Confident in communication and able to build rapport quickly
• Familiar with behaviour management strategies, trauma-informed practice, or restorative approaches
• Deeply committed to ensuring all students can access learning and achieve their potential
Why This Role Is Worth It
• Make a real, measurable impact in the lives of young people who need support the most
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking school where your contribution is genuinely valued
• Access ongoing training and professional development
• Secure a fulfilling, long-term position with opportunities to grow within the school
Apply Today
If you’re ready to start a rewarding new chapter this February and help young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your career supporting students to reach their full potential.
INDLIV
Location: Knowsley
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: February
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start February by Making a Lasting Difference
Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning? Do you bring patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to helping students grow—both emotionally and academically?
A welcoming secondary school in Knowsley is seeking a dedicated SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join their team from February. This long-term role is ideal for someone who can remain calm under pressure, build positive relationships, and provide the consistency and understanding that young people with SEMH needs rely on.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges
• Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring personalised and purposeful interventions
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using clear boundaries, de-escalation strategies, and consistent encouragement
• Help create a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued
• Build trusting, meaningful relationships that support both academic progress and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, and external professionals to monitor progress and adapt strategies as needed
About You
You will be:
• Experienced in supporting children or young people with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour
• Calm, emotionally resilient, and able to think clearly in challenging situations
• Confident in communication and able to build rapport quickly
• Familiar with behaviour management strategies, trauma-informed practice, or restorative approaches
• Deeply committed to ensuring all students can access learning and achieve their potential
Why This Role Is Worth It
• Make a real, measurable impact in the lives of young people who need support the most
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking school where your contribution is genuinely valued
• Access ongoing training and professional development
• Secure a fulfilling, long-term position with opportunities to grow within the school
Apply Today
If you’re ready to start a rewarding new chapter this February and help young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your career supporting students to reach their full potential.
INDLIV