Specialist Support Staff (TAs, LMs, BSMs) - Bolton

Randstad Education; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking resilient and experienced Teaching Assistants and support staff in Bolton for students with complex SEMH needs. The role requires expertise in behaviour management and a commitment to professional development. Candidates should have relevant UK experience and ideally hold a Level 2+ Teaching Assistant qualification. This position offers continuous training and competitive daily rates.

Benefits

Continuous career development opportunities

Free accredited training online

Weekly pay and competitive daily rates

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of UK experience in relevant settings.
• Experience in SEMH, PRU, or Alternative Provision settings.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Assist teaching staff in preparing resources.

Skills

Behaviour management expertise

Reliability and commitment

Ability to cope with complex behaviour needs

Education

Level 2+ UK Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you ready to truly lead from the front with behaviour management in Bolton?

Do you have the essential experience needed to support complex behaviour needs?

Are you available 5 days a week and committed to your professional development?

Seeking Resilient and Experienced Support Staff for Specialist Settings in Bolton

We are recruiting high‑calibre Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Mentors, and Behaviour Support Mentors ready to make a significant impact on students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs specifically in the Bolton area. Join our team and utilize your specialist skills where they're needed most.

Ideal Candidate Must

• Possess crucial, proven expertise in behaviour management and the ability to confidently cope with complex behaviour needs.
• Have a minimum of 6 months of UK experience.
• Demonstrate previous experience in either:
  • 2 or more SEMH, PRU, or Alternative Provision settings.
  • or, more than 2 years of continuous experience working in a PRU/SEMH setting.
• Be reliable, highly committed to career development, and genuinely attentive and engaged with both students and staff.
• Be available to work 5 days a week.
• Ideally hold a Level 2+ UK Teaching Assistant qualification.

Essential Requirements

• A full UK Driving Licence and access to a car (essential for accessing local settings).
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and de‑escalate challenging behaviours using established techniques and intervention strategies.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with complex SEMH and behavioural needs, helping them access the curriculum.
• Assist the teaching staff in preparing resources and delivering tailored learning activities.
• Help maintain a structured, safe, and positive learning environment.
• Accurately record and report on student progress, behaviour incidents, and achievement data.

Working for Randstad entitles you to the following benefits:

• Continuous career development opportunities
• Your own dedicated and experienced consultant to guide you through the application process
• Free accredited training online
• Weekly pay and competitive daily rates
• Earn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend and is subject to terms and conditions

Sounds like you?

Go ahead and contact us at 0161 200 1906 or send your CV to [e-mail].

At Randstad Education, our endeavour is to match our top candidates with the most fitting positions, ensuring that your chosen trajectory aligns perfectly.