£90–£110 per day (depending on experience)
Runcorn | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Are you a resilient, compassionate, and driven individual who thrives in supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs?
Do you want to be part of a dedicated team that’s transforming lives through therapeutic education and trauma-informed support?
We’re seeking a Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant for an exciting role at a dynamic and inclusive SEMH school in Runcorn. This school provides a nurturing and structured learning environment for children aged 8–16 who face social, emotional, and behavioural challenges, many of whom have experienced trauma or adverse childhood experiences.
As a Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant, you'll be at the heart of supporting students both in and out of the classroom. You’ll work closely with teaching staff and behaviour leads to deliver targeted support that meets each student’s unique emotional and educational needs.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting students with SEMH and complex behaviour needs on a 1:1 or small group basis
Implementing strategies to manage behaviour and encourage positive choices
Promoting a safe and supportive learning environment
Helping pupils regulate emotions and develop confidence and resilience
Collaborating with teaching staff and external professionals
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Proven experience working with SEMH and challenging behaviours
A deep understanding of trauma-informed approaches (advantageous)
A calm, patient, and empathetic manner
Strong communication and de-escalation skills
A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning
About the School:
This well-respected independent special school in Runcorn provides a unique and highly supportive learning setting for pupils who may have struggled in mainstream education. With a therapeutic and holistic approach, the school fosters resilience, emotional wellbeing, and academic growth, helping each young person to re-engage with their education and reach their full potential.
What We Offer:
Daily rate: £90–£110 (based on experience)
Supportive leadership and welcoming team
A chance to make a real difference in a young person’s life
Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
Long-term role with the potential to become permanent
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment
Salary description
£90.00 - £110.00 per day