Teaching assistant

REESON Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is recruiting an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant for a long-term role at a primary school in Greater Manchester. The role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with SEMH needs, working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and pastoral team.

The position offers Monday to Friday hours, full-time, with competitive pay of £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (PAYE or Umbrella) and an ASAP start. DBS on Update Service preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous SEMH Teaching Assistant or similar experience.
• Experience supporting SEMH, ASD, ADHD or challenging behaviour.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support as an SEMH Teaching Assistant for a KS2 pupil with SEMH needs.
• Support the pupil both inside and outside the classroom as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
• Encourage emotional regulation, resilience and confidence.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to pupil progress reviews.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Relationship building

Resilience

Patience

Job description

Teaching assistant (M8 SEMH TA) Manchester, England

Salary: GBP14.25 - GBP16.65 per hour + PAYE or Umbrella

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: M8

Start Date:asap

Pay: £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (PAYE or Umbrella)

Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time

Contract: Long-Term

Reeson Education is recruiting an experienced and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic long-term opportunity for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide consistent 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with challenging behaviour, emotional needs, and additional SEND requirements.

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider pastoral team to provide tailored support that enables the pupil to access learning, regulate emotions and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who understands that behaviour is a form of communication and can build strong, trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries and high expectations.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support as an SEMH Teaching Assistant for a KS2 pupil with SEMH needs.
• Support the pupil both inside and outside the classroom as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
• Encourage emotional regulation, resilience and confidence.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil.
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to implement support plans.
• Deliver interventions and structured activities that promote engagement.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
• Promote independence, social skills and positive interactions.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to pupil progress reviews.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, ASD, ADHD or challenging behaviour.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain positive and consistent in challenging situations.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant Role?

• Long-term, full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive hourly pay of £14.25 - £16.65 (PAYE or Umbrella).
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the life of a KS2 pupil.
• Supportive senior leadership team and experienced SEND staff.
• Excellent opportunity to develop your SEMH and SEND experience.
• Opportunity for the role to continue into the new academic year.