SEMH Teaching Assistant Pupil Referral Unit - Longsight Full Time | ASAP Start | Agency Placement (Temp to Perm Opportunity) Are you a resilient and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a highly rewarding yet challenging role? We are recruiting on behalf of a Pupil Referral Unit in Longsight for a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This position will initially be secured through an agency, with potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities for the right candidate. The Role: Supporting pupils displaying severe and complex challenging behaviour Working 1:1 and in small intervention groups Implementing behaviour support and de-escalation strategies Supporting emotional regulation and structured routines Assisting the class teacher in delivering a tailored curriculum Maintaining a safe, consistent and nurturing learning environment The Ideal Candidate: Proven experience supporting children with SEMH needs Confident managing high-level challenging behaviour Calm, resilient and consistent in approach Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills Team Teach trained preferred (training can be provided via the agency) Experience within a PRU, alternative provision or specialist setting is highly desirable What's On Offer: Full-time hours Competitive agency pay rates Ongoing CPD opportunities (including Team Teach training) Support from both the school and agency Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent role ⚠️ Please note: This is a demanding role and requires candidates with substantial experience in behaviour support and SEMH settings. If you are confident, committed and ready to make a genuine impact in a specialist setting, apply now for an immediate start.