SEMH 1:1 Support Assistant - Year 10 (Temp to Perm)
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- England,North West,Lancashire,Blackburn with Darwen
- Full Time, Contract
- £92.89 - £115.89 per day
Job Description:
SEMH 1:1 Support Assistant - Year 10 (Temp to Perm)Location: Blackburn, Lancashire (BB1/BB2)
Salary: £92.89 - £115.89 per day (Depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Trial Period: Temporary with a clear view to a Permanent Contract
The OpportunityAre you a resilient, empathetic, and dedicated support professional looking to make a genuine impact in a specialist setting? A leading SEMH School in Blackburn is seeking a specialist 1:1 Support Assistant to work exclusively with a Year 10 pupil.
This is a vital role focused on building a consistent, trusting relationship with a student during their critical GCSE years. The school is looking for someone who wants to grow with them, offering this role on a temp-to-perm basis to ensure the right fit for both you and the pupil.
Key Responsibilities*1:1 Mentorship: Provide dedicated emotional and academic support to a Year 10 pupil with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
*De-escalation: Use positive behaviour management strategies (e.g., Team Teach) to support the pupil through periods of crisis or anxiety.
*Academic Engagement: Help the pupil access their GCSE curriculum by breaking down tasks and maintaining focus.
*Reporting: Work closely with the SENCO and external agencies to track progress and adjust Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Requirements*Experience: Proven experience working with SEMH, ADHD, or ASC, ideally within a Secondary school or PRU (Pupil Referral Unit).
*Resilience: The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging behaviour with a therapeutic approach.
*Commitment: A desire for a long-term career move; we are looking for someone to become a permanent member of this school community.
*Qualifications: Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is preferred, but relevant experience in Youth Work or Social Care will be considered.
Why Join This School?*Path to Permanency: A guaranteed transition to a permanent contract for the right candidate.
*Professional Development: Access to specialist training in SEMH, trauma-informed practice, and de-escalation.
*Supportive Leadership: Join a team that priorities staff wellbeing as much as pupil progress.
*Local Impact: Help a young person in the Blackburn community navigate their path to adulthood.
How to ApplyIf you are a dedicated SEMH Support Worker or Teaching Assistant in Blackburn ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
Apply Now: Please send your CV to or call for an informal chat with Christina about the role.
Salary: £92.89 - £115.89 per day (Depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Trial Period: Temporary with a clear view to a Permanent Contract
The OpportunityAre you a resilient, empathetic, and dedicated support professional looking to make a genuine impact in a specialist setting? A leading SEMH School in Blackburn is seeking a specialist 1:1 Support Assistant to work exclusively with a Year 10 pupil.
This is a vital role focused on building a consistent, trusting relationship with a student during their critical GCSE years. The school is looking for someone who wants to grow with them, offering this role on a temp-to-perm basis to ensure the right fit for both you and the pupil.
Key Responsibilities*1:1 Mentorship: Provide dedicated emotional and academic support to a Year 10 pupil with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
*De-escalation: Use positive behaviour management strategies (e.g., Team Teach) to support the pupil through periods of crisis or anxiety.
*Academic Engagement: Help the pupil access their GCSE curriculum by breaking down tasks and maintaining focus.
*Reporting: Work closely with the SENCO and external agencies to track progress and adjust Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Requirements*Experience: Proven experience working with SEMH, ADHD, or ASC, ideally within a Secondary school or PRU (Pupil Referral Unit).
*Resilience: The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging behaviour with a therapeutic approach.
*Commitment: A desire for a long-term career move; we are looking for someone to become a permanent member of this school community.
*Qualifications: Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is preferred, but relevant experience in Youth Work or Social Care will be considered.
Why Join This School?*Path to Permanency: A guaranteed transition to a permanent contract for the right candidate.
*Professional Development: Access to specialist training in SEMH, trauma-informed practice, and de-escalation.
*Supportive Leadership: Join a team that priorities staff wellbeing as much as pupil progress.
*Local Impact: Help a young person in the Blackburn community navigate their path to adulthood.
How to ApplyIf you are a dedicated SEMH Support Worker or Teaching Assistant in Blackburn ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
Apply Now: Please send your CV to or call for an informal chat with Christina about the role.
Job number 3624076
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Industry: Education
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