SEMH Primary Teaching Assistant — Long-Term Role

Cover People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 14,760 - 18,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Job summary

Cover People are hiring for a Primary Teaching Assistant in South Manchester. The role starts September 2026 and is full-time and long-term, with the potential to go temp-to-perm for the right candidate.

You will work in a welcoming SEMH primary school, supporting children across KS1 and KS2 with social and emotional needs. The position runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4pm, with competitive PAYE pay via Cover People.

Qualifications

• SEMH understanding and experience in supporting primary pupils.
• Ability to manage behaviour using de-escalation techniques.
• Experience supporting KS1/KS2 students with social or emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children in KS1 and KS2 with SEMH needs.
• Identify triggers and apply preventative strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Break down instructions and tailor support in lessons.
• Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Collaborate with teachers, management, support staff, parents and external professionals.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and collaborative classroom environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Job description

Cover People are hiring for a Primary Teaching Assistant in South Manchester. The role starts September 2026 and is full-time and long-term, with the potential to go temp-to-perm for the right candidate.

You will work in a welcoming SEMH primary school, supporting children across KS1 and KS2 with social and emotional needs. The position runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4pm, with competitive PAYE pay via Cover People.