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SEMH Teaching Assistant

  • Posted: 10-12-2025
  • Category: Teaching Assistants
  • Location: Manchester
  • Type: Full-time / Contract
  • Salary: £90 - £110 per day
SEMH Teaching Assistant-M7

Are you a confident, empathetic graduate considering a career in education? Or are you someone who already has experience in the field?

If yes, then we have the perfect position for you!

Smile Education is looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students who have PMLD, Autism (ASE) by providing high-quality SEMH interventions in the Salford area! This area has great tram links to the city and other areas of Manchester making the commute very accessible. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to gain experience in the education sector, whether you are a recent graduate, an aspiring teacher, or an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant you will:
   - Work with individual students and small groups to help them manage emotions and build social skills.
   - Work closely with teachers, parents, and external partners (like therapists).
   - Implement specific strategies and support plans to meet individual needs outside the classroom environment.
   - Assist with delivering literacy and numeracy programs and other learning activities, adapting materials to meet individual student needs.
   - Ensure safeguarding procedures are always followed.
 
A typical day will include:
   - Planning and delivering interventions for students accessing additional SEMH support.
   - Attend meetings to discuss student progress including inclusion meetings.
   - Use an appropriate range of observation, assessment and monitoring to identify strategies to support the SEMH students.
   - Provide feedback to students and staff in relation to strategies of differentiation, support, progress and achievement.
To be successful you will have:
   - An undergraduate degree in any relevant degree e.g. Psychology, Maths, English, Social care... (2:2 or above).
   - A willingness to adapt and be flexible in duties and approaches.
   - Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
   - Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
   - GCSEs (or equivalent) in English & Maths.
   - Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
 
Why join Smile:
   - Fantastic and valuable classroom experience.
   - Competitive and transparent pay rates.
   - A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
   - Access to CPD and professional training opportunities, ensuring you have the opportunity and resources to succeed in an education career.
   - The chance to work with an award-winning education agency that values your development.

How to Apply
If this position sounds perfect for you, apply today via this website or contact danielle@smile-education.co.uk or call 0121 392 6583.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS, barred list, and qualifications verification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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