SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Blackley Pay: £110 per day Contract: Full-time, temporary ongoing Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We're working with a supportive school in Blackley looking for a resilient and caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. The role is focused on building positive relationships, supporting behaviour and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. The Role Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs Support pupils with behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement Build strong, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence Support pupils to access learning and remain engaged in the classroom Use positive behaviour strategies and consistent boundaries Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the wider support team Help maintain a calm, safe and nurturing environment The Ideal Candidate Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs Experience in a PRU, alternative provision, SEN school or challenging mainstream setting is desirable Calm, patient and resilient Confident managing challenging behaviour Able to build genuine and positive relationships with young people Passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to education A relevant TA qualification is desirable but not essentialInterested? Send your up-to-date CV to apply, or get in touch with Kaylah at Spencer Clarke Group for more information