SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant

📍 Marple
📅 September Start
💷 £90 per day

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN/SEMH school in Marple from September.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students who require additional support to engage with learning, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to support students both in and out of the classroom. This role would suit individuals who are passionate about making a difference and have experience working with young people through education, sports coaching, youth work, mentoring, care, or voluntary work.

• Support students with SEN and SEMH needs throughout the school day
• Assist pupils in accessing learning and engaging in classroom activities
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students
• Promote emotional wellbeing, confidence, and independence
• Support behaviour management strategies and interventions
• Work with individuals and small groups to encourage academic and personal development
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and pastoral teams

• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, coaching, mentoring, or support settings
• Understanding of SEN and/or SEMH needs is desirable
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

• September start
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Competitive daily rate of £90 per day
• Supportive and experienced staff team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Rewarding role with the opportunity to make a real difference
• Free on-site parking

If you're passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to work in a rewarding specialist setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this Teaching Assistant opportunity in Marple.

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