Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH

Location: Halewood, Liverpool

Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Setting: Specialist SEMH School

Job Overview

We are recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Halewood, Liverpool, supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The school provides a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment for pupils who require additional support to overcome barriers to education. Many pupils have experienced challenges that have impacted their learning and behaviour, and the school is committed to helping every young person build confidence, develop positive relationships, and achieve their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference and can provide consistent, positive support to pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.

Build positive, trusting relationships that promote engagement and emotional wellbeing.

Support pupils in managing their behaviour using positive behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques.

Assist teachers in delivering engaging, differentiated learning activities.

Encourage the development of social skills, emotional regulation, resilience, and independence.

Support pupils in working towards their individual learning goals and EHCP outcomes.

Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, therapists, and external professionals.

Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour, and engagement.

Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Support pupils with personal care or additional needs where required.

Requirements

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or other special educational needs (essential).

Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour in education, care, youth work, or similar settings is highly desirable.

A calm, patient, and resilient approach, with the ability to remain positive under pressure.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Ability to establish clear boundaries while showing empathy and understanding.

Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (desirable).

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Ongoing training and professional development, including behaviour management and SEMH strategies.

A supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.

The opportunity to work in a rewarding specialist setting in Halewood, Liverpool.

The chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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