SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Salford

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Specialist School - Salford
Full-Time | Immediate Start | £500-£550 per week

Are you interested in working with young people who need additional emotional and behavioural support?

Have you graduated in Psychology or similar, or do you have a background in Support Work, Care or Therapy that equips you with relevant skills and experience?

Would you thrive in a role where building trust and consistency is key?

A well-regarded specialist school in Salford is looking to appoint a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant you will be a key member of the schools support team and contribute to removing barriers to learning for children with a number of additional needs.

The Role - SEMH Teaching Assistant

You will support pupils with SEMH needs through targeted interventions, behaviour support strategies, and structured learning activities. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will help pupils build confidence and re-engage with education. Many of the children you interact with will have complex additional needs such as ADHD, ASD, Trauma, and challenging behaviour.

The role includes 1:1 support, small group work, and assisting with personalised learning plans.

What's on Offer

Up to £550 per week
Long-term, full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant role
Immediate start
Specialist training and mentoring
Excellent experience for education or mental health pathways

Ideal Candidate

Calm and resilient personality
Ability to build strong relationships with pupils
Genuine interest in SEMH support

If you would like to play a crucial role in removing barriers to opportunity for children with SEMH, while gaining valuable experience that can take you into a number of fields, this SEMH Teaching Assistant role is perfect for you.

Click 'Apply Now' to register your interest in this exciting SEMH Teaching Assistant role today!

Prospero is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Salford Specialist School - Up to £550 per week

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