Job Description
Graduating This Summer? Turn Your Degree into a Career That Matters
Education & Behaviour Support Assistant Roles Available Across East Manchester
Not sure what’s next after uni?
Skip the generic graduate job and step into something meaningful.
If you want a career where you actually make a difference, this is your opportunity to gain real-world experience supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
Why This Role?
This is more than just a stepping stone, it’s a career launchpad.
As an Education & Behaviour Support Assistant, you’ll work on the front line of education and youth support, helping students overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
Hands-on experience from day one Every day brings something new See the direct impact you’re making Build skills that employers truly value
Where Could This Take You?
Perfect for graduates looking to progress into:
* Teaching / PGCE
* Educational or Clinical Psychology
* Youth Justice & Probation
* Social Work
* Mental Health & CAMHS
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting Students
* Delivering 1:1 support to pupils with SEMH needs
* Leading small group interventions
* Helping students develop confidence, emotional regulation, and social skills
* Using positive, trauma-informed behaviour strategies
Making a Real Difference
* Building strong, trusting relationships
* Supporting students on both their best and toughest days
* Being a consistent, calm role model
Working as a Team
* Collaborating with teachers and pastoral staff
* Supporting personalised education and behaviour plans
* Tracking and reporting student progress
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
We specialise in helping graduates turn potential into careers.
Full Support
* Dedicated consultant with SEMH expertise guiding you from day one
Free CPD Training (Boost Your CV)
Gain recognised training in:
* Trauma-Informed Practice
* Behaviour Management
* Safeguarding
* Mental Health Awareness
* Autism & ADHD
Flexibility & Career Progression
* Short-term, long-term, and temp-to-perm roles
* Competitive weekly pay
* Clear progression into permanent roles or further study
Who We’re Looking For
Graduates in: Psychology | Education | Criminology | Sociology | Youth Work | Health & Social Care | Sports (or similar)
You’ll bring:
* A genuine passion for supporting young people
* Resilience, empathy, and patience
* Strong communication skills
* A proactive, can-do attitude
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pmDBS: Required (we’ll support your application)
Start Your Career With Purpose This September
If you want more than just a job and you’re ready to build a career that changes lives, this is your starting point.
Apply now to secure your role before September placements fill up.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.