Job Description:

SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support – ASAP & September Starts

Location: Oldham
Pay: £92.50–£110.00 per day
Contract: Full-time | Temporary with the Opportunity to Become Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants / Behaviour Support Assistants to join a specialist educational provision in Oldham. We have opportunities available for both immediate (ASAP) starts and September 2026.

The provision supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including children who have experienced partial or permanent exclusion from mainstream education. Your role will be to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop positive behaviours, and build the confidence needed to succeed in a supportive and structured setting.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will provide both classroom and 1:1 support, helping pupils manage their emotions, engage in learning, and achieve positive outcomes. While the role can be challenging, it is also incredibly rewarding for those who are passionate about making a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs during lessons and throughout the school day
• Provide targeted 1:1 support for pupils requiring additional guidance
• Assist teachers with delivering engaging lessons and structured learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils with emotional regulation
• Build strong, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and participation
• Help maintain a safe, consistent, and inclusive learning environment

About You

Previous experience within education is beneficial but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and experience from areas such as:

• Youth work or mentoring
• Care or support work
• Sports coaching
• Behaviour support
• Roles involving children or young people

Skills & Qualities

• Confident supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge
• Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to build positive relationships and establish clear boundaries
• Flexible, proactive, and committed to supporting young people
• Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning

What We Offer

• Valuable experience within a specialist SEMH educational setting
• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Roles available for both immediate and September starts
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.