Description
Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support (January Start)
Location: Knowsley
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: Late November / Early December 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start the New Year by Making a Lasting Difference
Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to their learning? Do you bring patience, resilience, and a genuine desire to help students grow—both emotionally and academically?
A welcoming secondary school in Knowsley is looking for a committed SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join their team ahead of the January term. This long-term role is ideal for someone who can remain calm under pressure, build strong relationships, and bring out the best in young people who need consistency and understanding.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges
• Implement and contribute to Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring each student’s support is personalised and purposeful
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation, using clear boundaries, de-escalation techniques, and consistent encouragement
• Create a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued
• Build trusting, meaningful relationships to support students’ academic progress and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, and external professionals to track progress and adjust strategies where needed
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Experienced in supporting children or young people with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour
• Calm, emotionally resilient, and able to think clearly in high-pressure situations
• Skilled in communication and able to build rapport quickly
• Familiar with behaviour management approaches, trauma-informed practice, or restorative methods
• Deeply committed to helping all students 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 team where your contribution truly matters
• Benefit from ongoing training and professional development
• Work in 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 January and support students in reaching their full potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your career supporting young people to thrive.
INDLIV
Location: Knowsley
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: Late November / Early December 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start the New Year by Making a Lasting Difference
Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to their learning? Do you bring patience, resilience, and a genuine desire to help students grow—both emotionally and academically?
A welcoming secondary school in Knowsley is looking for a committed SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join their team ahead of the January term. This long-term role is ideal for someone who can remain calm under pressure, build strong relationships, and bring out the best in young people who need consistency and understanding.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges
• Implement and contribute to Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring each student’s support is personalised and purposeful
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation, using clear boundaries, de-escalation techniques, and consistent encouragement
• Create a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued
• Build trusting, meaningful relationships to support students’ academic progress and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, and external professionals to track progress and adjust strategies where needed
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Experienced in supporting children or young people with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour
• Calm, emotionally resilient, and able to think clearly in high-pressure situations
• Skilled in communication and able to build rapport quickly
• Familiar with behaviour management approaches, trauma-informed practice, or restorative methods
• Deeply committed to helping all students 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 team where your contribution truly matters
• Benefit from ongoing training and professional development
• Work in 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 January and support students in reaching their full potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your career supporting young people to thrive.
INDLIV