SEMH Teaching Assistant Specialist School Immediate Start

Prospero Teaching; Tameside; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant for a small specialist setting in Tameside. You will work to support pupils aged 11–18 who struggle with mainstream education, building respectful and meaningful relationships to promote consistent progress.

The role is full-time, temporary until July 2027, starting immediately. You will join a supportive team led by a dedicated Headteacher and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• TA experience in similar settings.
• Experience working in a UK school.
• Safeguarding training issued in the last year.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs, building respectful, consistent relationships.
• Assist with lesson activities and behaviour management to enable inclusion.

Skills

TA experience

UK school experience

Safeguarding training

Education

2:2 or higher degree

Job description

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant for a small specialist setting in Tameside. You will work to support pupils aged 11–18 who struggle with mainstream education, building respectful and meaningful relationships to promote consistent progress.

The role is full-time, temporary until July 2027, starting immediately. You will join a supportive team led by a dedicated Headteacher and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.