Teaching Assistant - Primary SEMH

Tempest Resourcing Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational agency is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Audenshaw to support primary-aged students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role is full-time and offers a temp-to-perm opportunity after 16 weeks. Candidates must have proven experience with SEMH and a DBS on the Update Service. A calm and resilient approach with a passion for supporting students is essential. Competitive daily rates between £89 and £95 are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting primary pupils with SEMH/challenging behaviour.
• DBS on the Update Service is essential.
• Team Teach training beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support primary-aged students with SEMH and challenging behaviours.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies to help pupils engage.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff for structured support.

Skills

Supporting primary pupils with SEMH

Positive behaviour strategies

Calm and patient approach

Job description

Tempest Education is working with a welcoming primary school in Audenshaw to recruit a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

The Role:

• Full-time position supporting primary-aged students with SEMH and challenging behaviours
• Implementing and following positive behaviour strategies to help pupils engage and thrive
• Working closely with teachers and SEN staff to provide consistent, structured support

Requirements:

• Proven experience supporting primary pupils with SEMH/challenging behaviour
• DBS on the Update Service (essential)
• Team Teach training beneficial but not essential
• Calm, patient and resilient approach with a genuine passion for SEMH support

What's on Offer:

• 89- 95 per day
• Full-time, long-term role
• Temp-to-perm opportunity after 16 working weeks
• Supportive school and agency team

Interested?

Call James at Tempest today to arrange a trial with the school and take the next step in your SEMH career.