Specialist Support Staff TAs, LMs, BSMs - Bury

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

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking experienced Support Staff in Bury to assist students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will possess proven expertise in behaviour management and be available five days a week. Key responsibilities include supporting students in the classroom, managing challenging behaviours, and collaborating with teaching staff. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and meaningful work.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in behaviour management required.
• Experience working with students with SEMH needs essential.
• Ability to provide structured support to students.

Responsibilities

• Proactively 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

Experience with SEMH needs

Ability to de-escalate challenging behaviours

Job description

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

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 Bury.

We are actively recruiting Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Mentors, and Behaviour Support Mentors to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs across the Bury area of Greater Manchester. If you are experienced in complex behaviour support, this 5-day‑a‑week opportunity is for you.

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.

The Ideal Candidate Must :

Possess crucial, proven expertise in behaviour management and the abil…