SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Darwen

Length of Role: Permanent

Pay Rate: £14.25 – £16.00 per hour

Setting: Mainstream Primary School

A welcoming mainstream primary school in Darwen is looking to appoint a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team permanently. This role is suited to someone who is motivated by helping children overcome barriers to learning and supporting their emotional and social development.

You will play a key role in supporting pupils with SEMH needs, helping them to regulate emotions, build confidence and engage positively in school life. Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff, you will contribute to creating a safe, structured and encouraging environment for every child.

• Deliver targeted SEMH interventions and support

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group assistance

• Help pupils develop emotional resilience and positive behaviour

• Work collaboratively with staff to implement support plans

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress reviews

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs

• Strong interpersonal and behaviour‑support skills

• A calm, compassionate and proactive approach

• Ability to adapt support strategies to individual needs

• Commitment to promoting pupil wellbeing and inclusion

• Permanent position within a supportive school community

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on children’s lives

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.25 – £16.00

• Ongoing training and professional development

If you’re ready to support pupils with SEMH needs and contribute to a positive learning environment in a Darwen primary school, apply now.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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