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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Oldham

Job title: SEMH Teaching Assistant - Oldham
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Oldham
Industry: Secondary
Salary: £90 - £100 per day
Reference: 0000293880_1739459162
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: natalie.dobbin@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant (Long-Term, Short-Term & Day-to-Day)
Location: Oldham
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Aspire People are looking for SEMH Teaching Assistants to support students in Oldham secondary schools who are struggling academically due to social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.

About the Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with vulnerable students who require support, patience, and encouragement to re-engage with their learning. These students may have a range of behavioural needs and come from diverse backgrounds, so the right candidate will be empathetic, resilient, and able to build positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups to help them stay engaged in learning
* Managing challenging behaviour using de-escalation strategies
* Encouraging students to build confidence, resilience, and motivation
* Working with teachers and SENCOs to implement individual learning plans

Requirements:
✅ Previous experience working with children with SEMH or behavioural needs
✅ Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification OR an education-related degree
✅ Strong behaviour management skills and an understanding of SEMH needs
✅ A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
✅ Ability to provide two years of professional references

Why Join Aspire People?
* Flexible working options (long-term, short-term & day-to-day roles available)
* Opportunity to make a real impact on students' education and well-being
* Supportive team and ongoing career development opportunities

📩 Apply today and help students get back on track with their education!

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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