SEMH Teaching Assistant & Support Worker in Education

Astro Education Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Astro Education Ltd. is recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support KS3/KS4 pupils in a South Manchester SEN school. The role focuses on nurturing engagement, resilience and emotional wellbeing within the classroom and wider school environment.

The successful candidate will use de-escalation, emotional regulation and relationship-building skills to help pupils achieve learning goals while maintaining clear boundaries and professional conduct throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Ability to work in a school environment and collaborate with teachers.
• Proven skills in de-escalation and behavioural support.
• Patient, calm and resilient attitude in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and wider school support for KS3 and KS4 pupils.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group support as required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, promoting engagement and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEN/pastoral teams to share progress and wellbeing information.

Skills

SEMH experience

De-escalation

Emotional regulation

Behaviour support

One-to-one support

Team collaboration

Job description

Astro Education Ltd. is recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support KS3/KS4 pupils in a South Manchester SEN school. The role focuses on nurturing engagement, resilience and emotional wellbeing within the classroom and wider school environment.

The successful candidate will use de-escalation, emotional regulation and relationship-building skills to help pupils achieve learning goals while maintaining clear boundaries and professional conduct throughout the school day.