Group SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Advert: Group SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: South Liverpool
Salary: £90-£110 per day 
Hours: Term Time Only 
Start Date: ASAP

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive school committed to providing an outstanding education for all their pupils. We pride ourselves on our nurturing environment and our strong focus on supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Group Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team and support children with a range of additional needs to thrive both academically and socially. Your role will be inclusive of working with a group of up to 10 students in both KS1 and KS2 who have SEMH needs and require additional support with their learning in a 1-1 or group setting. 

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND and SEMH, including those with EHCPs.

• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored learning plans.

• Support children in developing independence, confidence, and social skills.

• Help create a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment.

• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to staff and parents where appropriate.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children with SEND and SEMH.

• Patient, empathetic, and resilient.

• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.

• Able to use their initiative and adapt to the needs of individual pupils.

• Experienced in working with SEND (preferred but not essential).

• Hold a relevant TA qualification (desirable).

• A supportive and friendly staff team.

• Access to a CPD online learning platform.
• Dedicated and experienced consultants.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of children.

• A positive, inclusive working environment.

Please complete the application form available.

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.