Semh Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers Manchester are hiring for a Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant in Bury.

Are you a natural at engaging & motivating young people?

Do you want a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to pupils from vulnerable backgrounds?

If so, then this SEMH Teaching Assistant role is for you!

This is a Temp-to-Perm role, starting ASAP at a Secondary Alternative Education Provision in Bury.

Role: Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant at Secondary Alternative Provision in Bury.

Start: ASAP.

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm.

Contract: Temp-to-Perm – could move onto contract at end of 12 weeks.

Pay - £95-110/day DOE for first 12 weeks.

Paid PAYE direct via Step Teachers. We don’t use umbrella companies!

Equal pay to perm staff in similar role from 13th weeks onwards anyway, if staying temp at this point.

Free CPD – Via Step Teachers, The National College & Creative Education

DBS Refunds – new applications refunded after 20 days of work with us.

Step Perks – 24hr GP & counselling, retail, gym & cinema discounts

Support throughout from consultant with over a decade of local experience

What you’ll do:

• Support children with SEMH, challenging behaviours, and Autism in class.
• Show empathy, patience, and perseverance to pupils from vulnerable backgrounds & provide encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Identify triggers and use preventative and de-escalation strategies for behaviour management.
• Break down tasks and instructions for easier understanding and achievement.
• Support the wider class or other pupils as needed.
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, parents, and outside professionals.
• Maintain a safe, positive, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
• Gain new skills to boost your CV and advance your career.

Your new work environment:

• Small groups of no more than 10 pupils with 3 staff members in each.
• Supportive management and established staff team.
• Hands-on role in a creative, flexible setting delivering personalised support.
• Join a passionate, supportive team making a daily impact.
• Be part of a values-led, inclusive organisation focused on empathy and positive relationships.
• Ongoing training and leadership invested in your growth and wellbeing.
• Help build trust and resilience in learners facing challenges.
• Strong community connections and welcoming culture.

Requirements

• CV with at least 10 years of work & education history.
• Right to Work, ID & Proof of Address in the UK.
• DBS certificate on the Update Service (or be happy to apply for a new one).
• References covering the last 2 years.
• Overseas Police Check (if applicable).

Feel like you can make a difference to children in Bury who need it most through rewarding work in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role?

Call Graham Warner at Step Teachers in Manchester today

Or click APPLY below now!