Teaching Assistant. Job in Stretford Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Manchester is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide targeted support for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role involves collaborating with teachers and external professionals to create a nurturing environment that promotes emotional wellbeing. Ideal candidates should possess strong emotional resilience and excellent communication skills, with opportunities for training in SEMH strategies. This position offers a chance to make a lasting impact on children's lives.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Training in SEMH strategies

Caring school culture

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in supporting SEMH pupils (training can be provided).
• Strong emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A reflective, nurturing and child-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support for children with SEMH needs.
• Assist with personalised support plans and emotional regulation techniques.
• Support positive behaviour through calm and restorative approaches.

Skills

Experience or interest in supporting SEMH pupils

Strong emotional resilience

Excellent communication skills

Child-centred approach

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEMH Support

Longford Park Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role is central to our commitment to providing a nurturing, structured and inclusive environment where every child can achieve and feel successful.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support for children with SEMH needs.
• Assist with personalised support plans, behaviour strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to develop social skills, communication and resilience.
• Support positive behaviour through calm, consistent and restorative approaches.
• Contribute to a safe and structured learning environment that promotes emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff, and external professionals.

Person Specification

• Experience or interest in supporting SEMH pupils (training can be provided).
• Strong emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A reflective, nurturing and child-centred approach.

We Offer

• A supportive and experienced leadership and SEND team.
• Training in SEMH strategies, trauma-informed practice and de-escalation.
• A caring school culture with a strong community ethos.
• An opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact on children's lives.

How to Apply

Applications should be sent to (url removed)