Teaching Assistant - SEMH Provision
CV-LibraryRuncorn, Borough of HaltontemporaryPosted: 9 June 2026
Apply NowDesian Education are proud to be supporting a single-form entry primary school in Runcorn that is easily accessible via public transport as they are looking to appoint an experienced and reliable teaching assistant for a long-term temporary contract within an SEMH designated provision. This is a full-time role where you will be supporting a class of 14 KS1 pupils with SEMH needs.
Your new role:
As a teaching assistant within this school you will be supporting pupils with SEMH. You will offer tailored 1:1 support across the class, planning and delivering comprehensive interventions in key areas with an aim of building emotional confidence, well-being and interpersonal skills. Other core duties will include:
* Implement positive behaviour strategies
* Deliver ESLA interventions
* Work collaboratively with the SENCO to boost attendance
What you need to succeed:
* Full “Right to Work” in the UK
* Be able to commit to a full-time contract
* Having an NVQ Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification is advantageous but not essential
* Previous experience delivering or knowledge of ELSA
* Experience supporting SEMH is highly advantageous
* Have an Enhanced Children’s DBS certificate or willingness to obtain
What you’ll get in return:
* Free training
* Long-term contract
* Opportunity to gain a permanent contract
* Competitive rate of pay
* Full holiday entitlement
* Company pension scheme
* Access to exclusive vacancies
* Refer a Friend scheme
Your new role:
As a teaching assistant within this school you will be supporting pupils with SEMH. You will offer tailored 1:1 support across the class, planning and delivering comprehensive interventions in key areas with an aim of building emotional confidence, well-being and interpersonal skills. Other core duties will include:
* Implement positive behaviour strategies
* Deliver ESLA interventions
* Work collaboratively with the SENCO to boost attendance
What you need to succeed:
* Full “Right to Work” in the UK
* Be able to commit to a full-time contract
* Having an NVQ Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification is advantageous but not essential
* Previous experience delivering or knowledge of ELSA
* Experience supporting SEMH is highly advantageous
* Have an Enhanced Children’s DBS certificate or willingness to obtain
What you’ll get in return:
* Free training
* Long-term contract
* Opportunity to gain a permanent contract
* Competitive rate of pay
* Full holiday entitlement
* Company pension scheme
* Access to exclusive vacancies
* Refer a Friend scheme