SEMH Support

SEMH Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a committed SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to provide support to pupils across KS1 and KS2. This role offers an excellent opportunity for educators aspiring to a career in teaching support, giving you valuable hands-on classroom experience while making a meaningful difference to students’ learning and wellbeing.

Children with social, emotional and mental health challenges often need extra support to manage emotions, build relationships and stay engaged in learning. By working one-to-one or in small groups, SEMH Teaching Assistants help create a calmer, more inclusive classroom environment, allowing teachers to focus on whole-class teaching while providing personalised strategies for pupils who need them. This early intervention makes a real difference to both wellbeing and academic progress. This is a new role within schools in Tameside so depending on the success of the support, schools will consider making this more of a permanent position.

Location: Tameside SK16

Job Type: Full-time, 8.30am-3.30pm (long-term opportunity)

Salary: £13.75- £14.50 per hour

Start date: May 2026

What Does the Role Entail?:

• Provide targeted support to pupils in KS1 or KS2, working one-to-one or in small groups to address social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons, adapting activities to meet individual learning and wellbeing goals.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and routines, using positive strategies to create a calm, inclusive environment.
• Support pupils in developing resilience, emotional regulation and social skills, enabling them to access learning effectively.
• Promote inclusion for children with additional needs, including ADHD, ASD and SEMH, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting primary-aged children, ideally in mainstream or SEN settings, with a strong understanding of social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Current DBS certificate or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel.
• Excellent communication skills, patience and the ability to adapt to changing situations and pupil needs.
• Proactive and nurturing approach, with the resilience to manage challenging behaviour and promote positive strategies.
• Team-oriented mindset, working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other staff to create an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• TeamTeach or equivalent trained (desirable but not essential).

Why Choose us?

• Competitive daily pay rates with flexible working options to suit your schedule
• Free CPD courses and specialist SEND training, including SEMH strategies
• Dedicated support from your personal recruitment consultant throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term roles and permanent positions to help you progress in your career

If you’re passionate about making a real difference in education and want to apply your skills in a practical, rewarding role, this SEMH Teaching Assistant position could be the perfect fit for you!

Apply today by sending us your CV. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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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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