SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - Rochdale (Full-Time)

Prospero Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency seeks a full-time SEMH Behaviour Support Worker in Rochdale. The role involves providing individual and small group support to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people and possess strong communication skills. The position starts ASAP and offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to make a genuine impact

Qualifications

• Experience in school, care, or youth work focusing on SEMH.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS check if not already held.
• Ability to provide two professional references, preferably child-related.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour support.
• Promote positive routines and emotional regulation throughout the school day.
• Communicate effectively with staff and families.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH/behavioural needs

Calm, empathetic, and proactive approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies

Education

Relevant qualification in support, care, or education

Job description

Overview

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker / Learning Support Assistant - Rochdale (Full-Time)

Job Title: SEMH Behaviour Support Worker / LSA

Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester

Start Date: ASAP - September 2025

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School

Are you a patient, resilient, and nurturing individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are working with a welcoming, inclusive specialist school in Rochdale seeking a dedicated SEMH Behaviour Support Worker / LSA to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who need encouragement, stability, and guidance to thrive in their learning and development.

About the Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and interventions tailored to individual needs
• Promote positive routines, emotional regulation, and resilience throughout the school day
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate effectively with staff and families

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH/behavioural needs (in school, care, or youth work)
• A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to managing behaviour
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• An understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies
• A relevant qualification in support, care, or education is desirable but not essential

To Be Eligible You Must

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Be able to provide two professional references (child-related preferred)

This is a full-time position starting ASAP during September 2025.

If you want a rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference in a supportive SEMH setting, apply today!

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.

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