SEN/SEMH TA (Level 3) - Permanent, Immediate Start

Astro Education Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Astro Education Ltd in South Manchester is recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants at Levels 2 and 3 for a full-time, permanent role. You will work in a specialist SEN/SEMH school supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

Immediate starts available; you will work closely with teachers to provide 1:1 and small-group support, promote positive behaviour, and help pupils build confidence and resilience in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience.
• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within SEN, SEMH, education, residential care or youth work.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils who may display challenging or complex behaviours.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience, enthusiasm and a genuine desire to help young people succeed.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils within small SEMH-focused classes.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Helping pupils engage positively with their learning.
• Building trusting and positive relationships with pupils.
• Supporting classroom routines and behaviour management strategies.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and emotional resilience.
• Working closely with teachers and other members of the school's support team.
• Contributing to a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Calm and patient

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Astro Education Ltd in South Manchester is recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants at Levels 2 and 3 for a full-time, permanent role. You will work in a specialist SEN/SEMH school supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

Immediate starts available; you will work closely with teachers to provide 1:1 and small-group support, promote positive behaviour, and help pupils build confidence and resilience in a nurturing environment.