SEMH Teaching Assistant | Oldham Secondary

AMA Admin; Oldham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Weekly PAYE pay

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Oldham. The role is full-time, long-term with immediate start and potential temp-to-perm opportunities.

You will support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, applying de-escalation strategies to maintain engagement. You will collaborate with teachers, pastoral leads and SENDCo to implement individual support plans, acting as a reliable school mentor to rebuild confidence and social

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting SEMH learners in secondary settings.
• Ability to implement de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour support.
• Calm, patient approach to complex social-emotional needs.
• Qualified to Level 2/3 or equivalent in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Enhanced DBS on update service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs 1:1 and in small groups.
• Apply de-escalation techniques to manage behaviour.
• Collaborate with class teachers, pastoral leaders and SENDCo on support plans.
• Act as a mentor to help students build confidence and engagement.
• Maintain clear communication with staff about pupil progress and safeguarding.

Skills

SEMH Teaching

1:1 support

De-escalation

Behaviour support

Pastoral collaboration

Education

Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning

Childcare qualification

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Oldham. The role is full-time, long-term with immediate start and potential temp-to-perm opportunities.

You will support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, applying de-escalation strategies to maintain engagement. You will collaborate with teachers, pastoral leads and SENDCo to implement individual support plans, acting as a reliable school mentor to rebuild confidence and social