New Directions Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist secondary provision in Fazakerley, Liverpool. This is a full-time, long-term position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The School:
A nurturing and inclusive specialist provision that supports secondary-aged students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Committed to creating a safe, supportive, and structured environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Offers a holistic curriculum tailored to the individual needs of pupils, with a strong emphasis on emotional regulation, social development, and academic progression.
Staffed by a passionate and experienced team who work collaboratively to remove barriers to learning and promote positive outcomes.
The Role:
Full-time position supporting students aged 11–16 with SEMH needs both in and out of the classroom.
Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored learning activities, manage behaviour positively, and promote student engagement.
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils develop social skills, emotional resilience, and academic confidence.
Support the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs), behaviour plans, and therapeutic strategies.
The Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a school or alternative provision setting.
Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Team Teach, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential.
Able to provide a school or child-based reference within the last 5 years.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
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