SEN/SEMH Level 2 TA – Small Classes, Big Impact

Astro Education Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time permanent

Immediate start

Small class sizes

Supportive school team

SEN/SEMH setting

Professional development

Rewarding role

Job summary

A Level 2 Teaching Assistant position with Astro Education Ltd is available in a SEN/SEMH setting in South Manchester. The post is full-time and permanent, with an immediate start.

The school offers small class sizes and a supportive team, focusing on pupils’ academic, social and emotional development. The ideal candidate will be calm, patient and nurturing, with a genuine passion for helping children succeed and the resilience to support pupils with challenging behaviour.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification is required.
• Experience with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience in SEN/SEMH, education, youth work or care settings is desirable.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Resilience and confidence to support pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Transferable experience from youth work, care, or sports coaching considered.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils within small SEN/SEMH classes.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support when required.
• Helping pupils engage with classroom activities and learning.
• Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning.
• Supporting classroom routines and maintaining a safe and structured environment.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Working closely with teachers and the wider school team.
• Supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Behaviour support

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

A Level 2 Teaching Assistant position with Astro Education Ltd is available in a SEN/SEMH setting in South Manchester. The post is full-time and permanent, with an immediate start.

The school offers small class sizes and a supportive team, focusing on pupils’ academic, social and emotional development. The ideal candidate will be calm, patient and nurturing, with a genuine passion for helping children succeed and the resilience to support pupils with challenging behaviour.