SEMH Teaching Assistants

SEMH Teaching Assistants - Day-to-Day Supply & Long-Term Opportunities

Location: Trafford Area - Mainly Near the Trafford Centre
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Flexible Day-to-Day Supply & Long-Term Opportunities
Hours: Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available
Pay: Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via our in-house PAYE payroll

Premier Education is recruiting experienced SEMH Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools and specialist education settings in the Trafford area, with most opportunities located near the Trafford Centre and surrounding areas.

We have a mixture of flexible day-to-day supply and long-term positions available, making these opportunities ideal for Teaching Assistants looking for either regular work or the flexibility to choose when they work.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including pupils who may display challenging behaviour or require additional support to engage with education.

Previous experience working with children or young people in a UK school or specialist education setting is essential.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
• Providing 1:1 support and small-group interventions where required
• Helping pupils manage their emotions and develop positive behaviour strategies
• Supporting students to engage with learning and classroom activities
• Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
• Building trusting and consistent relationships with pupils
• Supporting children and young people who may have experienced difficulties in mainstream education
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider pastoral teams
• Creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment
• Adapting to different school settings depending on the placement

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a UK school or specialist education setting is essential
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour is highly desirable
• Previous experience in an alternative provision, PRU, SEND school or mainstream school would be advantageous
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• A patient, resilient and understanding approach
• Confidence supporting pupils who may present challenging behaviour
• Ability to build positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible, reliable and professional
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What's on Offer:

• Flexible day-to-day supply work
• Long-term Teaching Assistant opportunities
• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Opportunities across Trafford, particularly near the Trafford Centre
• The flexibility to choose the days you are available for supply work
• Opportunities to gain experience in different schools and specialist settings
• Potential for long-term placements to lead to permanent positions
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Premier Education consultant

A number of candidates working through Premier Education have secured permanent school-based positions after initially starting on supply, making this an excellent way to gain experience, build relationships with local schools and explore longer-term career opportunities.

Premier Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and educators across the North of England since 2001. We take the time to understand your needs and work hard to find you the right role, every time.

The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves safeguarding responsibilities, and candidates must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non-UK candidates.
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