Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEN recruitment agency is looking for a committed Teaching Assistant in Rochdale to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This full-time role offers a chance to make a real difference in students' lives. Responsibilities include providing one-on-one support and building positive relationships with pupils. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing challenging behaviour and a calm demeanor. The role comes with competitive pay and support for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Full support from a specialist consultant

Free CPD and behaviour management training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or similar needs.
• Background in youth work, mentoring, or care is preferred.
• Willingness to apply for an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build trusting relationships to help pupils regulate emotions.
• Support behaviour plans and daily routines.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour

Calm, confident, and patient demeanor

Ability to manage difficult situations professionally

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist secondary SEN school in Rochdale for a committed and resilient Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health SEMH needs and significant behavioural challenges.

This is a full time, long term position with an immediate start, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced, supportive environment and is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one to one and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behaviour needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to help them regulate emotions
• Support behaviour plans, de-escalation, and daily routines
• Encourage engagement, resilience, and positive choices
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to maintain a safe and structured environment
• Promote emotional wellbeing, consistency, and personalised support throughout the school day

Requirements

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour
• Background in youth work, mentoring, care, alternative provision, or similar
• Calm, confident, patient, and able to manage difficult situations professionally
• Full time availability, Monday to Friday
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply for one

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates paid weekly
• Full support from a specialist SEN recruitment consultant
• Free CPD and behaviour management training
• Opportunities for long term and permanent roles
• A supportive school committed to positive change

How to Apply

If you want to make a real difference to young people with SEMH needs, apply now.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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