Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Mentor
Location: Bury (Secondary School)
Contract: Full-time – Temporary / Temp to Permanent
Start Date: September
About the Role
We are seeking a committed and proactive SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Mentor to join a secondary school in Bury from September. The school supports students who have been partially or permanently excluded from mainstream education and need additional guidance to re-engage with learning.
In this role, you will support students who may display challenging behaviours, both in the classroom and through targeted 1:1 mentoring. You will play a vital part in promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and personal development within a structured and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Support students with SEMH needs during lessons
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Deliver 1:1 mentoring and targeted interventions where required
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Assist teachers in delivering lessons and structured activities
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Promote positive behaviour and support emotional regulation
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Build strong, trusting relationships to improve engagement and progress
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Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
About You
Previous experience is not essential; however, you should feel confident working with challenging behaviour and be able to demonstrate relevant transferable skills, such as:
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Youth work or mentoring experience
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Care or support work
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Coaching or community-based roles with young people
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Behaviour support or SEMH-related experience
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Any experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals
Key Skills & Qualities
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Patient, resilient, and calm under pressure
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to manage challenging behaviour professionally
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Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
What the School Offers
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A supportive and welcoming team environment
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Ongoing training and development opportunities
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The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives
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Potential for a permanent position for the right candidate
If you are passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to education, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Temp to Permanent
Application Questions:
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Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour?
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Do you have a notice period to give?
Work Location: In person