Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Unqualified - Temp-to-Perm)

Location: Blackpool
Setting: Specialist SEND School (Primary & Secondary)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are working with a specialist SEND school in Blackpool that is looking to appoint a resilient and empathetic Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This role is ideal for individuals from backgrounds such as support work, youth work, residential care, or similar, or those with personal experience supporting individuals with additional needs. The school supports both primary and secondary-aged pupils, so flexibility or preference across either age group is welcomed.
You'll play a key role in helping pupils regulate emotions, build trust, and re-engage with education.

Key Responsibilities

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  Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
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  Build strong, consistent relationships to support trust and engagement
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  Support behaviour management using de-escalation and positive strategies
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  Assist pupils in developing emotional regulation and coping skills
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  Support access to learning in and out of the classroom
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  Work closely with teachers and pastoral teams
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  Provide personal care where required

Who We're Looking For

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  Experience in support work, youth work, residential care, or similar
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  Strong behaviour management or de-escalation skills
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  Calm, patient, and resilient approach
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  Ability to build rapport with pupils who may display challenging behaviour
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  A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs
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  Open to working across primary and/or secondary settings

What's on Offer

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  Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career potential
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  Full training and ongoing support provided
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  A highly supportive and experienced school team
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  The chance to make a lasting impact on young people's lives

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

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 interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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