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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist School (Secondary)

Location: Burnley Area

Daily Rate: £95 - £125 per day

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (Term Time Only)

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading SEMH School in Burnley, supporting secondary-aged pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

The school is seeking a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant / Youth Worker / Graduate to join their team. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people who have faced challenges in mainstream education. You will be working in an environment that values patience, resilience, and the ability to build strong, professional bonds with students.

The Role:

1:1 Mentoring: Supporting secondary pupils who may display challenging behaviour and disengagement from learning.

Behaviour Support: Implementing de-escalation strategies and helping pupils develop emotional regulation skills.

Academic Support: Assisting students in accessing a tailored curriculum in a calm, consistent classroom setting.

Team Collaboration: Working alongside teachers and therapeutic staff to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.

The School:

A specialised Burnley-based SEMH setting with a focus on trauma-informed practice.

A supportive, tight-knit staff team dedicated to pupil wellbeing.

Excellent facilities designed to engage students in both core subjects and vocational activities.

A commitment to providing staff with the training and tools needed to succeed in a high-challenge environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

Resilient & Confident: Able to handle challenging situations with a calm "reset" mentality.

Experienced or Ambitious: Previous experience in Youth Work, SEN, or a background in Sports/Coaching is highly valued. We also welcome Graduates looking to build a career in SEMH.

Available: Ready to commit to the 08:30 - 15:30 schedule, providing much-needed consistency for the pupils.

What's on Offer:

Competitive Daily Rate: £95 - £125 per day, paid weekly.

Ongoing Support: Dedicated guidance from the Tradewind team and access to accredited CPD courses.

Career Development: Potential for permanent roles within the school for the right candidate.

How to Apply

If you are ready to be a positive role model for secondary students in Burnley, we want to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Christina Grindy on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)