Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - KS2 (SEMH Specialist)

Location: Blackpool, Mainstream Primary School

Contract: Temporary (1st June - 17th July - review for next academic year)

Hours: Monday - Friday, Full-Time (Term Time Only)

Pay: £14.24 - £15 per hour

Are you an expert in Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) support? Have you worked in an Alternative Provision (AP) or a Specialist School? We are looking for a high-calibre Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant to join our KS2 team for the summer term.

The Role

This is a critical role supporting a small group of Year 1 children with trauma-related SEMH needs. We need a "strong" candidate who can balance the academic requirements of the KS2 National Curriculum with the high level of emotional regulation these pupils require. You will be a key figure in providing a safe, disciplined, and nurturing space where "brave learning" can happen.

Requirements & Qualifications

We are looking for a specialist. To be considered, you must have:

  • Qualifications: Minimum Level 2 or Level 3 TA Qualification.

  • Specialist Experience: We are specifically looking for candidates who have worked in an Alternative Provision (AP), Specialist SEN School, or have extensive SEMH experience in a primary setting.

  • Curriculum Knowledge: A solid understanding of the KS2 Curriculum to support academic progress.

  • Trauma-Informed Practice: Experience managing behaviours rooted in childhood trauma with empathy and firm boundaries.

Our School Bio

We are a fully inclusive school with high expectations of the children and the adults within our community. We foster a welcoming, safe, disciplined environment where all children, families, and staff are treated with understanding, kindness, and respect. We believe that positive and supportive relationships are fundamental to helping our children prosper and grow their curiosity.

Why Apply?

  • Competitive Pay: £14.24 -£15 per hour.

  • Impactful Work: Support a vulnerable group of learners through a vital transition period.

  • Supportive Culture: Work within a community that celebrates curiosity and "brave learning."

Apply Today!

If you have worked in an Alternative Provision, a Specialist School, or have a proven track record with SEMH, please apply today!