Primary SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant – SEMH Primary School (Salford)

Full-Time Position | Immediate Start Available
Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Teaching Personnel are seeking a committed and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) primary school in the Salford area. Pupils in this setting present a range of SEMH needs, including challenging behaviour, trauma-related difficulties, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, attachment needs, and barriers to communication. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable children and helping them re-engage positively with learning.

The Role

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Implement effective behaviour regulation strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Build trusting, positive relationships with pupils to support emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to deliver personalised support plans.
• Promote pupil independence, confidence, and engagement within the classroom.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support with daily routines, transitions, and behaviour monitoring.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour, SEN, or SEMH needs (school, youth work, residential care, or similar).
• A calm, patient, and consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• A child workforce Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel.
• Relevant training such as Team Teach, MAPA, or de-escalation (advantageous but not essential).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel offers a supportive and rewarding experience, including:

• A dedicated SEN consultant to guide and support you throughout your placement.
• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella fees.
• Access to CPD courses to support with Professional growth.
• A welcoming, experienced team focused on your development and wellbeing.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about making a difference for children with SEMH needs and are ready to take on a rewarding role in a supportive primary school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel’s Manchester SEN team for more information.

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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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