SEMH Teaching Assistant

Establishing trust and maintaining clear boundaries will be fundamental to your success.Key Responsibilities- Support pupils with SEMH needs both inside and outside the classroom- Assist in managing behaviour using agreed strategies and approaches- Act as a consistent and positive adult role model- Help pupils develop coping strategies and emotional awareness- Encourage participation in lessons and structured activities- Support transitions and unstructured parts of the school day- Work closely with teachers and wider support staffWe are keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in:- SEMH or behaviour support settings- Pupil Referral Units or Alternative Provisions- Youth Work, mentoring or outreach roles- Care, support work or community-based roles- Schools or educational environmentsThe successful candidate will:- Be resilient and confident in managing behaviour- Communicate effectively with young people and staff- Remain calm and consistent in challenging situations- Build strong working relationships with pupils- Be committed to supporting long-term positive outcomesRequirements- Full-time availability, Monday to Friday- Experience working with young people- A reliable and adaptable approach- Willingness to complete safeguarding and recruitment checksIf you are looking to support young people within a specialist SEMH school in Oldham and can bring resilience, consistency and a positive approach, apply today. A consultant will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.