SEMH Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is looking for a Behaviour Support Worker to join a welcoming school in Oldham. The ideal candidate will provide support for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation. This full-time role combines direct pupil support and assistance with lesson delivery. It requires a calm and empathetic approach, along with strong communication skills. Experience with SEMH needs is essential, and a relevant qualification is desirable but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• A calm and proactive approach to managing behaviour.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and interventions.
• Promote positive routines and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience with SEMH/behavioural needs

Calm and empathetic approach

Strong communication skills

Understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies

Education

Relevant qualification in support, care, or education

Job description

Behaviour Support Worker

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker (SEMH)

Area: Oldham, Greater Manchester

Start Date: Monday 15th December 2025

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £525-£700 per week (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 and inclusive specialist school in Oldham seeking dedicated a SEMH Behaviour Support Worker to join their supportive teams. 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.

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker Role and Responsibilities:

• 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

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - 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

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - 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)

Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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.