SEMH Teaching Assistant - Full Time
Special Needs Secondary School | Eccles
Our education recruitment agency is currently seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to work full time in a specialist secondary school in Eccles.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and who thrives in a structured yet rewarding environment.
The Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
Support students aged 11-16 with SEMH and associated additional needs
Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to promote positive behaviour and engagement
Provide 1:1 and small-group support, both in and out of the classroom
Help students develop emotional regulation, confidence and coping strategies
Be a consistent, positive role model throughout the school day
The Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with SEMH, behaviour support, or challenging behaviour (school, PRU, care, youth work or similar)
A calm, patient and resilient approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
What We Offer:
Full-time, long-term placement with the potential for a permanent role
Competitive weekly pay, paid through the agency
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Access to training and CPD opportunities
A rewarding role where no two days are the same
If you are an SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in Eccles and want to make a real difference in a specialist secondary setting, we would love to hear from you.
📩 Apply today through our agency to discuss the role in more detail. email (url removed)