Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistants - Manchester

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistants for secondary schools in Manchester starting September 2025. This role involves supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Candidates should be recent Psychology graduates with a passion for making a difference and helping students thrive. Enjoy flexible roles supported by a dedicated team.

Benefits

Valuable experience in education

Flexible roles

Ongoing support from consultants

Qualifications

• Recent UK Psychology graduate or related field.
• Experience working with children/young people with SEMH needs is preferred.
• DBS registered to the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in group and 1:1 settings.
• Assist in delivering tailored learning programmes.
• Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to ensure support.

Skills

Passion for education

Understanding of safeguarding

Experience with SEMH needs

Ability to promote positive behavior

Emotional regulation strategies

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant - Manchester - September 2025 Start
Location: Secondary Schools across Manchester
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Long-term, short-term and flexible roles available
Salary: Competitive - dependent on experience

Are you a recent UK Psychology graduate with a passion for inclusive education? Do you want to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people facing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges?

Secondary schools across Manchester are seeking Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistants to support students academically and emotionally, helping them overcome barriers and thrive in a supportive environment.

About the Role:
* Support students with SEMH needs in both group settings and on a 1:1 basis
* Assist in delivering tailored learning programmes and emotional regulation strategies
* Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and self-esteem
* Help create an inclusive, safe, and nurturing learning environment
* Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to ensure every child is supported

What We're Looking For:
* A recent UK Psychology graduate (or related field)
* Experience working with children/young people with SEMH needs
* Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
* Passionate about education and making a difference
* Able to commit to a role from September 2025
* A DBS registered to the Update Service
* Able to provide references covering the last 2 years

Why Join Aspire People?
* Work in a role that's genuinely rewarding
* Gain valuable experience for a career in education or psychology
* Flexible short- and long-term roles to suit your schedule
* Ongoing support from specialist consultants who care about your development

Be a part of a student's journey toward success - apply now and help transform lives in Manchester classrooms.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.