Teaching assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: M8

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (PAYE or Umbrella)

Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time

Contract: Long-Term

Reeson Education is recruiting an experienced and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic long-term opportunity for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide consistent 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with challenging behaviour, emotional needs, and additional SEND requirements.

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider pastoral team to provide tailored support that enables the pupil to access learning, regulate emotions and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who understands that behaviour is a form of communication and can build strong, trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries and high expectations.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support as an SEMH Teaching Assistant for a KS2 pupil with SEMH needs.
• Support the pupil both inside and outside the classroom as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
• Encourage emotional regulation, resilience and confidence.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil.
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to implement support plans.
• Deliver interventions and structured activities that promote engagement.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
• Promote independence, social skills and positive interactions.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to pupil progress reviews.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, ASD, ADHD or challenging behaviour.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain positive and consistent in challenging situations.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant Role?

• Long-term, full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive hourly pay of £14.25 - £16.65 (PAYE or Umbrella).
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the life of a KS2 pupil.
• Supportive senior leadership team and experienced SEND staff.
• Excellent opportunity to develop your SEMH and SEND experience.
• Opportunity for the role to continue into the new academic year.

If you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with Reeson Education to be considered for this rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%