Special Needs Teaching Assistant

SEMH & ASC Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Pay: £95-£105 per day
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP

Support, Understand and Inspire Young People with Additional Needs

Every child deserves to feel understood, supported and capable of achieving their potential.

We're looking for a dedicated SEMH & ASC Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Liverpool , working with children who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) .

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships with young people and understands that successful learning begins with trust, consistency and emotional wellbeing.

The position is full-time, long-term and available for an immediate start .

Your Role in the Classroom

You'll work closely with teachers and specialist staff to create a structured, nurturing learning environment where pupils feel safe, confident and ready to engage.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and ASC.

• Helping children manage emotions, anxiety and challenging situations.

• Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and sensory needs.

• Encouraging positive behaviour through consistent, supportive approaches.

• Adapting classroom activities to suit individual learning needs.

• Building trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle within traditional classroom environments.

• Supporting children with EHCPs and individual learning targets.

• Helping pupils develop independence, resilience and confidence.

• Using visual resources, structured routines and practical learning strategies.

• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to monitor progress.

Understanding the Children You'll Support

Some pupils may find it difficult to regulate their emotions, communicate their needs or cope with changes to their daily routines.

Others may experience sensory sensitivities, social anxiety, difficulties forming relationships or barriers to accessing learning.

Your role will be to recognise these challenges and provide the reassurance, encouragement and individualised support that helps pupils succeed.

Sometimes the biggest achievement isn't completing a worksheet. It's helping a child feel confident enough to try.

Who Would Suit This Role?

We'd love to hear from candidates with experience in:

• SEND or mainstream education.

• SEMH or specialist school settings.

• Autism support.

• Behaviour mentoring or pastoral support.

• Youth work or children's residential care.

• Mental health or children's support services.

Psychology graduates and individuals looking to develop a career in specialist education are also encouraged to apply.

Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, ASC or challenging behaviour would be highly desirable.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Be patient, compassionate and emotionally resilient.

• Have a good understanding of SEMH and autism.

• Remain calm and supportive during challenging situations.

• Build positive, professional relationships with young people.

• Be adaptable and confident supporting different learning needs.

• Work effectively as part of a wider education team.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one , is required.

What This Opportunity Offers

• £95-£105 per day.

• Full-time, long-term employment.

• Immediate start in Liverpool.

• Valuable experience supporting pupils with SEMH and ASC.

• The opportunity to develop specialist behaviour-support and communication skills.

• Experience working alongside dedicated education professionals.

• A rewarding role helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Working with children who have SEMH and ASC needs requires patience, understanding and a genuine belief in every pupil's potential.

Your encouragement could help a young person manage a difficult day, develop a new friendship, participate in a lesson or begin to believe in themselves.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and can start ASAP, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this SEMH & ASC Teaching Assistant opportunity in Liverpool.