Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support Location: Knowsley Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Start Date: Late February / Early March 2026 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Make a Lasting Difference This Spring Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning? Do you bring patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to helping students thrive—both emotionally and academically? A welcoming and supportive secondary school in Knowsley is seeking a dedicated SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join their team from the end of February. This long-term opportunity is ideal for someone who can remain calm under pressure, build strong relationships, and provide the consistency and understanding that young people with SEMH needs truly benefit from. The Role In this role, you will: • Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges • Support the delivery and review of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to ensure personalised, purposeful learning • Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using clear boundaries, de-escalation strategies, and consistent encouragement • Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where students feel supported and valued • Build strong, trusting relationships that support both academic progress and personal development • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external professionals to monitor progress and adapt support strategies About You We’re looking for someone who is: • Experienced in supporting children or young people with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour • Calm, emotionally resilient, and confident in high-pressure situations • A strong communicator who can build rapport quickly and effectively • Familiar with behaviour management strategies, trauma-informed practice, or restorative approaches • Passionate about helping every student access education and reach their full potential Why Apply? •Make a meaningful, long-term impact on the lives of young people who need support the most • Join a supportive and forward-thinking school where your role is genuinely valued • Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities • Secure a rewarding, long-term position with scope for progression Apply Today If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role from late February and play a key part in helping young people succeed, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career supporting students to thrive. INDLIV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Joshua Halliday on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3019.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Joshua Halliday&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3019</strong></strong>