SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant

SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant

Manchester
Full-Time | Term Time Only
Competitive Weekly Pay
September 2026 Start

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Do you have a passion for supporting young people who need an extra helping hand?

Teaching Personnel is working with secondary schools across Manchester seeking dedicated Behaviour Support Assistants to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You could be working with pupils who experience anxiety, ADHD, trauma, attachment difficulties, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, or behaviours that challenge. Many of these young people face significant barriers to learning and need positive role models who can provide consistency, encouragement, and support.

The Role

As a SEMH Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to support students academically, emotionally, and socially. You'll help create a safe, positive learning environment where young people can feel supported, valued, and ready to succeed.

No two days are the same. Whether you're delivering one-to-one interventions, supporting students during lessons, or helping de-escalate challenging situations, you'll play a key role in improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

Your Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support.
• Support pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social needs.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and intervention plans.
• Encourage positive engagement with learning and school life.
• Support students during periods of emotional dysregulation.
• Promote resilience, confidence, self-regulation, and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, SENCOs, and external professionals.
• Monitor and report on student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Act as a positive role model, helping students make positive choices.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• The ability to remain professional in challenging situations.
• Confidence in setting clear boundaries while maintaining empathy.
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people.
• An understanding of SEMH, trauma-informed practice, or behaviour support strategies (desirable but not essential).

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, we're committed to helping education professionals find roles where they can truly make a difference.

When you work with Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from:

✅ Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
✅ Access to free and discounted CPD courses, including behaviour management and safeguarding training
✅ A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement
✅ Flexible and long-term opportunities to suit your career goals
✅ The chance to gain invaluable experience supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged young people

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting young people, building positive relationships, and helping students overcome barriers to learning, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey making a real difference in Manchester schools this September.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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