SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teacher Active; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Oldham is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant. This role supports students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, Autism, and behavioral challenges in a Pupil Referral Unit. Candidates should have at least 6 months of experience with SEMH, a patient approach, and a passion for helping students achieve their potential. The position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to become permanent, working alongside a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Potential to go permanent

Supportive staff and excellent on-site facilities

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience working with young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Experience within a PRU, Alternative Provision or SEND setting is highly desirable.
• A patient, empathetic and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH, Autism and behavioural challenges on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Build trust, provide emotional support and help learners re-engage with education.
• Work closely with teachers and mentors to implement individual support plans.

Skills

Empathy

Calmness

Resilience

Communication

Trust building

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Greater Manchester

Are you a calm, resilient and caring SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a role where you can truly make a difference?

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Oldham , Greater Manchester that supports young people with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) , Autism and challenging behaviour.

This long-term position offers the chance to join a dedicated, supportive team that works hard to create positive change in students’ lives — and for the right person, there’s a strong likelihood of going permanent , giving you real job security.

Your Role

• Support students with SEMH, Autism and behavioural challenges on a 1 : 1 and small-group basis.
• Build trust, provide emotional support and help learners re-engage with education.
• Work closely with teachers, mentors and behaviour leads to implement individual support plans.
• Encourage personal growth, resilience and positive choices.

We’re Looking For

• At least 6 months’ experience working with young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Experience within a PRU, Alternative Provision or SEND setting is highly desirable.
• A patient, empathetic and proactive approach.
• A passion for helping students achieve their full potential — academically and personally.

✅ Why Join Us?

• Long-term role with potential to go permanent.
• Supportive staff and excellent on-site facilities.
• Competitive pay and ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.

If you’re passionate about supporting young people who need an extra helping hand to thrive, this could be the perfect role for you.

Apply today or contact Zahra at TeacherActive Manchester on 01618703623 or zahra.serrieh for more information.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.