SEMH Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Salford; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 22,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant

Supportive staff and excellent on-site facilities

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a calm and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant for a long-term position in Salford. You will support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, encouraging their personal growth and re-engagement with education. This role offers competitive pay, outstanding support from the team, and the potential to transition to a permanent role. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives, apply now.

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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Calm, resilient and caring approach

Empathy

Proactive

Ability to support students with SEMH

Job description

North West/ temporary / £90 - 120 per day

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Salford, Greater Manchester

Keywords: SEMH Teaching Assistant, Autism, Pupil Referral Unit, PRU, Challenging Behaviour, SEND, Mental Health, Alternative Provision, Behaviour Support

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 Salford, 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.
• 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 [emailprotected] for more information.

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