Semh Teaching Assistant

Talent Recruitment Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEMH experience

Supportive team

Training & development

Immediate / Sept starts

Permanent opportunity

Job summary

Talent Recruitment Group is seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants / Behaviour Support Assistants to join a specialist provision in Oldham. Roles start ASAP or from September 2026, with opportunities for permanency for the right candidate.

You will support pupils with SEMH needs, help them manage emotions, engage with learning, and work closely with teachers to deliver structured learning activities. Ideal candidates will have background in youth work, care or mentoring, with a passion for helping

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or in mentoring roles.
• Care or support work experience is advantageous.
• Experience or interest in sports coaching can be relevant.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH pupils during lessons and throughout the school day.
• Provide targeted 1:1 support for pupils needing extra guidance.
• Assist teachers with delivering engaging, structured activities.
• Help promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Build strong relationships to encourage confidence and participation.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Youth work

Care work

Sports coaching

Behaviour support

Children/young people

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support - ASAP & September Starts

Location: Oldham

Pay: £92.50-£110.00 per day

Contract: Full-time | Temporary with the Opportunity to Become Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants / Behaviour Support Assistants to join a specialist educational provision in Oldham. We have opportunities available for both immediate (ASAP) starts and September 2026.

The provision supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including children who have experienced partial or permanent exclusion from mainstream education. Your role will be to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop positive behaviours, and build the confidence needed to succeed in a supportive and structured setting.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will provide both classroom and 1:1 support, helping pupils manage their emotions, engage in learning, and achieve positive outcomes. While the role can be challenging, it is also incredibly rewarding for those who are passionate about making a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs during lessons and throughout the school day
• Provide targeted 1:1 support for pupils requiring additional guidance
• Assist teachers with delivering engaging lessons and structured learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils with emotional regulation
• Build strong, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and participation
• Help maintain a safe, consistent, and inclusive learning environment

About You

• Youth work or mentoring
• Care or support work
• Sports coaching
• Behaviour support
• Roles involving children or young people

Skills & Qualities

• Confident supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge
• Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to build positive relationships and establish clear boundaries
• Flexible, proactive, and committed to supporting young people
• Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning

What We Offer

• Valuable experience within a specialist SEMH educational setting
• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Roles available for both immediate and September starts
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you