SEMH Teaching Assistant
South Manchester
Immediate and Ongoing Opportunities Available
Teaching Personnel is working closely with a range of specialist SEMH schools, alternative provisions, and SEN settings across South Manchester. We are seeking dedicated and passionate SEMH Teaching Assistants who can help young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
If you have experience in education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, or support work, this could be the perfect opportunity to use your skills in a highly rewarding environment.
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural, and social support to engage positively with their education.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs
- Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
- Building strong, trusting relationships with students who may have experienced significant barriers to learning
- Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom environment
- Assisting teachers in creating a safe, structured, and engaging learning atmosphere
- Promoting confidence, resilience, independence, and personal development
No two days are the same, but every day presents the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
- Free access to specialist CPD and SEN training courses
- Opportunities within specialist schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions
- Long-term, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent positions available
- Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
- Valuable experience for those considering careers in education, psychology, counselling, youth justice, or social care
- Opportunities for career progression within the education sector
Who We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from you if you have experience in:
- Education or teaching support
- Youth work or mentoring
- Residential care
- Support work
- Sports coaching
- Psychology or education-related studies
Successful applicants will typically demonstrate:
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence supporting, or a willingness to learn how to support, challenging behaviour
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable young people
- Availability during school hours, Monday to Friday
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SEMH Teaching Assitant in Manchester employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering educators and supporting their professional growth. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing work culture, we offer competitive pay, free CPD training, and a dedicated consultant for guidance throughout your journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs in the vibrant Salford area.
