SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary PRU
Longsight, Manchester
Full-Time | September Start
Are you passionate about supporting children who need additional emotional, social, and behavioural support to succeed in education?
We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Longsight from September. This is a full-time role supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them engage positively with learning and develop essential life skills.
The Role
* Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
* Build positive, trusting relationships with children who may display challenging behaviours.
* Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and interventions.
* Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies.
* Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:
* SEMH or SEND settings.
* Primary education.
* Youth work.
* Residential care.
* Mental health support services.
* Support worker or key worker roles.
* Behaviour mentoring.
Team Teach training is desirable, but not essential. Full training and ongoing professional development will be provided for the right candidate.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
* Be patient, empathetic, and resilient.
* Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Be confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner.
* Be committed to supporting vulnerable children to achieve their potential.
* Have a genuine interest in working within alternative provision.
What We Offer
* Competitive daily rates of pay.
* Full Team Teach training if required.
* Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
* Supportive leadership and experienced staff team.
* The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Longsight, Manchester
Contract: Full-Time
If you have experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Mental Health Worker, Youth Worker, or in a similar role and are looking for a rewarding new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to help shape positive futures for children who need it most.