SEMH Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Small-Group Support

TeacherActive; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term role with potential to go, 1

Supportive staff and on-siteFacilities

Competitive pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester. This long-term role supports students with SEMH, Autism and challenging behaviour, with chances of becoming permanent as the school seeks stability and continuity.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups to build trust, provide emotional support and help learners re-engage with education, collaborating with teachers and behaviour leads to deliver individual plans and positive outcomes.

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.
• A passion for helping students achieve their full potential — academically and personally.

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, mentors and behaviour leads to implement individual support plans.
• Encourage personal growth, resilience and positive choices.

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester. This long-term role supports students with SEMH, Autism and challenging behaviour, with chances of becoming permanent as the school seeks stability and continuity.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups to build trust, provide emotional support and help learners re-engage with education, collaborating with teachers and behaviour leads to deliver individual plans and positive outcomes.