SEMH Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in Bolton is looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students in Key Stages 3 and 4. The ideal candidate will have a passion for behaviour support and a commitment to helping young people overcome learning barriers. This full-time role involves providing tailored assistance, leading interventions, and creating a nurturing environment for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Successful candidates will have a strong educational background and relevant experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a secondary school or with young people with SEMH/SEND needs.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided).
• Training in Prevent, behaviour management, or de-escalation (can be provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students across KS3 & KS4 with SEMH needs.
• Assist in classroom activities and lead small-group or 1:1 interventions.
• Work proactively to de-escalate behaviour and guide students.
• Support students in a calm and structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents for consistent support.
• Contribute to general classroom assistance and exam support.

Skills

Behaviour support

Emotional resilience

Positive relationships

De-escalation skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient full-time Teaching Assistant to support students in Key Stages 3 and 4 at a secondary school in the Bolton area. This role is ideal for someone passionate about behaviour support, mental health, and helping young people overcome barriers to learning. Whether you have experience supporting students with SEMH needs or you're looking to build a career in pastoral care, youth work, counselling, or behaviour intervention, this position offers meaningful and rewarding experience.

Position Details

• Location: Bolton
• Position: Teaching Assistant (Secondary - Behaviour/SEMH Focus)
• Start Date: December 2025
• Contract Type: Full-time, temporary
• Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Minimum Pay: £450.00 - £550.00 per week

Teaching Assistant Role Overview

• Provide tailored support to students across KS3 & KS4, particularly those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs
• Assist in classroom activities and lead small‑group or 1:1 interventions focused on behaviour regulation, emotional resilience, and positive relationships
• Work proactively to de‑escalate behaviour, guide students through challenges, and encourage positive decision‑making
• Support students with additional needs, creating a calm, structured, and nurturing learning environment
• Collaborate closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and parents to ensure consistent and effective support
• Contribute to wider school responsibilities, including exam support and general classroom assistance

Experience, Training & Qualifications

• Experience working in a secondary school or with young people with SEMH/SEND needs
• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided)
• Training in Prevent, behaviour management, de‑escalation, or FGM (can be provided)

Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional references covering the last two years

How to Apply

Please apply with an up-to-date CV including your full education and employment history from secondary school onwards.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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