SEMH Teaching Assistant

2 weeks ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Step Teachers Full time

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full-time, long-term temporary starting ASAP with potential to go permanentThis is an excellent opportunity for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a primary PRU that provides a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school focuses on helping pupils re-engage with learning through personalised support and a strong emphasis on emotional well-being. Staff work collaboratively to create a calm and structured setting where every child can thrive.Duties as SEMH Teaching Assistant:
Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
Assist teachers in implementing behaviour management strategies and personalised learning plans
Use de-escalation techniques and maintain a calm, positive approach in challenging situations
Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the class teacher and SENCO
Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment
Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing practices across the schoolIdeal SEMH Teaching Assistant:
Level 2 Team Teach certification is essential
Previous experience working with pupils with SEMH needs in a school or PRU setting
Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing requirements
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong understanding of strategies to support emotional regulation and resilience
Committed to promoting inclusion and safeguarding childrenWhy Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today

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