At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with SEMH needs through tailored activities and positive behaviour strategies.
- Company: Engage Education, a supportive and inclusive primary school in Oldham.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, free training, wellbeing support, and retail discounts.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team focused on continuous professional development and student success.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND/SEMH and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced, compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant dedicated to supporting children with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs? Engage Education is recruiting a skilled SEND Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic, two-form entry primary school in Oldham starting this September. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity based within ‘The Hive’, the school’s dedicated Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) unit.
About the Role
‘The Hive’ is a specialist, nurturing provision designed to support pupils with SEMH needs, emotional regulation challenges, and associated conditions such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and communication needs. Working alongside an experienced and supportive specialist team, you will help children access learning through tailored activities, positive behaviour strategies, and therapeutic, sensory-based approaches.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering 1-to-1 and small group intervention support to children within ‘The Hive’
- Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs, and developing coping mechanisms in a calm, safe setting
- Assisting the lead teacher with adaptive lesson delivery and tailored activities
- Implementing positive behaviour support strategies to build resilience, self-esteem, and independence
- Helping pupils develop communication and social interaction skills
- Working closely with school staff and SEN pastoral teams to monitor and celebrate pupil progress
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a patient, resilient practitioner who brings genuine empathy and a calm, structured approach to supporting vulnerable learners.
Qualifications and experience:
- Experience: Previous experience supporting children with SEND/SEMH within a UK school or specialist setting
- Skills: Strong understanding of emotional regulation strategies, ASC, and positive behaviour management
- Attributes: Calm, adaptable, resilient, and proactive under pressure
- Communication: Excellent teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and external specialists
- Desirable: Experience or training in Team Teach, Makaton, PECS, Attention Autism, or trauma-informed practice is advantageous (though not essential)
About the School
Situated in Oldham, this friendly two-form entry primary school places inclusion and emotional well-being at the heart of everything it does. ‘The Hive’ SEMH unit provides an essential, nurture-led environment where children receive the tailored support they need to thrive within a wider school community. Staff are highly supportive, collaborative, and dedicated to continuous professional development.
Why Work With Engage Education?
- Paid weekly via PAYE
- Free Specialist CPD: Ongoing access to SEND, Autism, Team Teach, and Safeguarding training
- Dedicated support from a local education consultant with strong relationships across Oldham schools
- £50 Amazon Voucher for every successful referral
- Access to employee wellbeing support, retail discounts, and travel offers
SEND Teaching Assistant – ‘The Hive’ SEMH Unit | Oldham employer: Engage Partners Limited
Engage Partners Limited is an excellent employer for those looking to kickstart their career in education, particularly as a Primary Teaching Assistant Apprentice in Dartford. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers a fully funded Level 3 Apprenticeship, comprehensive training, and mentoring, all within a supportive work culture that values learning and development. This role not only allows you to earn while you learn but also provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.
