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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School
Location: Marple, Greater Manchester
Salary: 90.00 - 110.00 per day (dependent on experience and payroll choice)
Job Type: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: Immediate or ASAP
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives?
Are you looking for a rewarding career in education, even if you don't have formal teaching experience?
Simply Education is excited to be recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Marple.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and a range of other complex learning difficulties.
We welcome candidates from diverse professional backgrounds, including:
Essential care, residential support, or mental health support
Sports coaching, dance instruction, or childcare
Youth work, mentoring, or summer camp leadership
Psychology or education graduates looking for hands-on experience
What We Offer
Competitive daily rates
Ongoing CPD-accredited training in SEND, Autism Awareness, and Behaviour Management
Clear career progression pathways into teaching, SEN coordination, or educational psychology
Consistent working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Your Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one and small group academic support
Assist with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and resilience building
Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
Promote social, emotional, and life skills development
Collaborate closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff
Safeguard and promote student welfare at all times
About You:
Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
Patient, empathetic, and resilient
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Committed to ongoing professional development
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
Ready to Make a Difference?
Start your rewarding journey in education today.
Submit your CV now to join a supportive and passionate team making a real impact on children's lives.
Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
