SEMH Teaching Assistant

senploy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency in Manchester is looking for experienced SEMH Teaching Assistants to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. The role involves engaging pupils individually and in small groups, delivering tailored interventions, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates should have recent safeguarding training and experience assisting young people. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay, starting from £95 to £108 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Up to date Safeguarding training within the last year (desired but training can be provided).
• Team Teach Level 2 is highly desired but training can be provided.
• Previous experience supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups delivering interventions.
• Building rapport, contributing towards an inclusive learning environment.
• Maintaining regular communication with other staff and external agencies to monitor progress.

Job description

Position: SEMH TA

Location: Manchester (M15)

Pay: £95-£108, depending on experience

Start Date: 05/01/2026

Prospero Teaching are currently seeking experienced SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a large provision in Hulme (M15). The school supports pupils aged between 11-18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will be supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, delivering interventions and encouraging engagement.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups delivering interventions
• Building rapport, contributing towards an inclusive learning environment
• Maintaining regular communication with other staff and external agencies to monitor progress

Experience, Training & Qualifications:

• Up to date Safeguarding training within the last year (desired but training can be provided)
• Team Teach Level 2 is highly desired but training can be provided)
• Previous experience supporting young people

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

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