The Education Specialists are seeking passionate and resilient level 3 Teaching Assistants to work in our partner schools in Rochdale. The successful candidate will provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to overcome challenges, develop positive behaviours, and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: * Work one-on-one or in small groups with students identified as needing support with their behaviour due to SEMH needs. * Implement targeted interventions and strategies to promote positive behaviour, self-regulation, and emotional well-being. * Build strong and trusting relationships with students, providing encouragement, guidance, and support. * Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCO, and external agencies to develop and implement individual behaviour plans and support strategies. * Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to relevant stakeholders and adjusting support as necessary. * Provide de-escalation and crisis intervention support as needed to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment. Requirements: * Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs, ideally in an educational setting. * Strong understanding of SEMH issues and their impact on behaviour and learning. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students and work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals. * Patience, empathy, and resilience when working with students who may display challenging behaviour. * A proactive and solution-focused approach to supporting student well-being and achievement. * Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Why choose TES? * Ongoing support and guidance throughout your education career. * A flexible approach to work. * A trained team of education consultants. How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV The Education Specialists are proud holders of the APSCO audited accreditation which means our recruitment practices are of the highest standard. We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory enhanced DBS. The Education Specialists promote equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers and applicants. We follow GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data