Positive Behaviour Support Assistant

Positive Behaviour Support Assistant

Secondary SEMH School | Manchester | Full-Time | September 2026 Start

Be the positive influence that helps a young person change their future.

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Positive Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist Secondary SEMH school in Manchester this September. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils who thrive with patience, consistency and strong relationships.

This role goes far beyond classroom support. You'll become a trusted mentor, helping students develop emotional resilience, confidence and the skills they need to succeed both in education and beyond.

Your role will include:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups throughout the school day.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping students develop emotional regulation strategies.
• Supporting pupils to re-engage with learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Working alongside teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to deliver consistent support.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interactions.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour, or transferable experience from care, youth work, coaching or residential settings.
• Is calm, resilient and confident when managing challenging situations.
• Can build rapport quickly and become a positive role model.
• Has excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed.
• Wants to make a lasting difference every single day.

Why work in this school?

This specialist secondary provision is dedicated to helping young people overcome barriers and achieve success. With small class sizes, exceptional pastoral support and a relationship-led approach, staff have the opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils' lives. The school values teamwork, invests in staff development and provides a supportive environment where both students and staff can thrive.

Why choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• September 2026 full-time opportunity with potential for a permanent contract.
• Free CPD, safeguarding and specialist SEMH training.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to progress within specialist education settings.

If you're passionate about helping young people realise their potential and want a career where every day brings the chance to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this Positive Behaviour Support Assistant role in a specialist Secondary SEMH school in Manchester, starting September 2026.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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