Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (FY1 - FY4) Salary: £102.83 - £122.83 per day (Weekly Pay) Contract: Full-Time, Temp to PermStart Date: April 2026 (Summer Term Start)The Role: Supporting Success in BlackpoolAre you a resilient and empathetic Teaching Assistant looking for a stable, long-term career move? We are seeking an SEMH Specialist to join our team in Blackpool for a Summer Term start (April 2026).This is a Temp to Perm position. You will start via a trial period through the summer term, allowing you to ensure the school is the right fit for you before transitioning onto a permanent school contract for the new academic year. You will be working with students who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and may have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).Key ResponsibilitiesSEMH Support: Act as a mentor for students who find the mainstream classroom environment challenging.1:1 Intervention: Work alongside the SENCO to deliver specific emotional and academic support outlined in EHCP documents.Behaviour Management: Use positive de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm and productive learning space.Blackpool Community Impact: Help local young people build the confidence and resilience they need to succeed.What We Are Looking ForWe welcome applications from Qualified (Level 2/3) and Unqualified candidates with the right "Blackpool grit."Experience: Previous work in a school, youth club, residential care, or as a sports coach is highly valued.Specialism: A