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SEMH Specialist - SEN TA - Manchester

Job title: SEMH Specialist - SEN TA - Manchester
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Manchester
Industry: Secondary
Salary: £85 - £95 per day
Reference: 0000281875_1732011276
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: natalie.dobbin@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH Specialist

Location: Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term, Full-Time

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the experience, resilience, and skills to handle challenging behaviour and help students thrive?

If you have experience as a Youth Worker or SEN Teaching Assistant, along with a solid understanding of the UK curriculum, we want to hear from you!

Aspire People are working with a secondary school in Manchester is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role offers the chance to work within mainstream settings, alternative provisions, or on a 1:1 basis, supporting students in small groups.

Key Responsibilities
* Support for SEMH Needs: Work closely with students with SEMH challenges, tailoring strategies to meet their individual needs.
* Behaviour Management: Handle and de-escalate challenging behaviour with confidence and professionalism, maintaining a calm and supportive environment.
* Curriculum Support: Provide academic assistance in Maths, English, and Science at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
* Flexible Support: Work across mainstream classrooms, alternative provisions, or in one-to-one settings.
* Collaboration: Liaise with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
* Progress Monitoring: Help track and report on student progress, adapting support strategies as needed.

What We're Looking For
* Relevant Experience: Previous experience in secondary schools, with a background in SEMH support or Youth Work.
* Behaviour Management Skills: Proven ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour effectively.
* Curriculum Knowledge: Strong understanding of the UK curriculum, particularly in core subjects at KS3 & KS4.
* DBS on Update Service: A valid DBS registered on the update service is essential.
* Empathy and Resilience: A caring, patient, and resilient approach to supporting students with SEMH needs.
* Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with school staff and external agencies.

How to Apply
If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to this rewarding role, please apply with Aspire People TODAY!

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.

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