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

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for resilient Support Staff in Bury to assist students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Candidates must have proven behaviour management skills, at least 6 months of UK experience, and ideally hold a relevant qualification. The role requires commitment to professional development and availability for 5 days a week. Competitive pay and career development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Continuous career development opportunities

Dedicated consultant

Free accredited training online

Weekly pay

£300 shopping voucher referral bonus

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in behaviour management.
• Minimum of 6 months of UK experience.
• Previous experience in SEMH or PRU settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.
• Provide tailored support to students.
• Maintain a structured and positive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Complex behaviour support

1:1 and small group support

Education

Level 2+ UK Teaching Assistant qualification

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 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).

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.