SEMH Teaching Assistant

Your new schoolAre you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Hays Education is urgently recruiting experienced and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream and specialist secondary schools in Manchester. Why Work with Hays Education? Immediate Start Available - We need SEMH TAs now in Manchester! Diverse School Settings - Gain experience in both mainstream and specialist SEMH environments Career Support - Ongoing training, CV consultations, and professional development Flexible Work Options - Choose from temporary, long-term, or permanent roles Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs Help implement personalised behaviour and emotional support strategies Support classroom teachers in managing challenging behaviour and promoting engagement Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment Work closely with pastoral teams, SENCOs, and external professionals Monitor and report on student progress and emotional wellbeing Requirements: Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an SEMH or behavioural support setting or working with vulnerable people, potentially in a healthcare setting Strong communication, empathy, and resilience A calm, proactive, and adaptable approach to supporting students with complex needs What We Offer: Competitive pay: Up to £120/day + holiday pay (PAYE or Umbrella) Access to the Hays ..... full job details .....