Mental Health Support Assistant - SEMH & Behaviour Location: Longsight, Manchester Salary: £23,114 per annum (pro rata) - £115-£120 per day (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time / Long-term Start Date: Immediate Simply Education are looking to appoint a Mental Health Support Assistant to join a school in Longsight that caters for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role would suit a Mental Health Nurse or support professional seeking a transition into an educational setting. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and group support to pupils with mental health and behavioural needs. Implement Team Teach strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour. Work collaboratively with staff to create individual support plans. Promote emotional wellbeing, stability, and personal development. Encourage positive participation and resilience through consistent pastoral care. Requirements: Team Teach qualification (essential). Background in mental health support, nursing, or a related field. Strong understanding of trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches. Excellent communication, empathy, and behaviour management skills. Desirable: Experience in SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision environments. Awareness of safeguarding and SEND frameworks in education. How to Apply: Please send your CV via this advert or contact Josh Graham at Simply Education: Email: Phone: 0161 413 7929 WhatsApp: 07506 705017