SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Location: Stockport

Start date: ASAP / Flexible

Contract type: Full-time / Part-time

Teaching Personnel are working with a specialist school in the Stockport area to support secondary-aged students with complex needs, including mental health challenges, anxiety and behavioural issues.

Your role

• Collaborate with teachers to design and deliver engaging learning experiences that cater to individual needs.
• Provide one-on-one support to students, helping them develop academic skills, communication, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour management strategies.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment that fosters social interaction and personal growth.

Who we’re looking for

• Experience supporting young people with mental health needs in a school or care setting (UK).
• A calm and confident approach to de-escalating challenging behaviour.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A real passion for making a difference to young people’s lives 
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel 

Why Choose Teaching Personnel? 

When you work with Teaching Personnel, you’re never just a number. We offer: 

• A dedicated team who understands SEMH roles and local schools 

• Access to free CPD and specialist SEN/SEMH training 

• Opportunities for longterm and permanent placements 

• Competitive weekly pay 

• Ongoing support, guidance, and honest communication 

• A chance to work in schools that truly value inclusion and wellbeing 

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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