Teaching Assistant - SEMH
| Posting date: | 28 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £19,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 September 2025 |
| Location: | Salford, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 186614 |
Summary
Location: Salford
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £500-£550 per week
We are proud to partner with a dedicated Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Salford, seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to support secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them engage positively with education and thrive in their learning environment.
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Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs
Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs
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Assisting in the development of communication, social, and emotional regulation skills
Assisting in the development of communication, social, and emotional regulation skills
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Contributing to behaviour support strategies, observations, and progress monitoring
Contributing to behaviour support strategies, observations, and progress monitoring
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Working collaboratively with teachers, behaviour mentors, therapists, and families to deliver consistent, holistic support
Working collaboratively with teachers, behaviour mentors, therapists, and families to deliver consistent, holistic support
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Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent experience)
Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent experience)
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Experience within a PRU, SEMH, or SEN setting (highly desirable)
Experience within a PRU, SEMH, or SEN setting (highly desirable)
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Team Teach or other de-escalation training (advantageous)
Team Teach or other de-escalation training (advantageous)
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Strong behaviour management skills with resilience and patience
Strong behaviour management skills with resilience and patience
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Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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A genuine passion for making a positive impact on young people's lives
A genuine passion for making a positive impact on young people's lives
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Access to over 180 CPD-accredited courses, including Autism Awareness, SEMH Support, and Safeguarding Children
Access to over 180 CPD-accredited courses, including Autism Awareness, SEMH Support, and Safeguarding Children
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A supportive and collaborative team culture
A supportive and collaborative team culture
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Opportunities to make a real difference where it matters most
Opportunities to make a real difference where it matters most
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Competitive weekly pay: £500-£550
Competitive weekly pay: £500-£550
This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and welcomes applicants who share this commitment.
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £500-£550 per week
We are proud to partner with a dedicated Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Salford, seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to support secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them engage positively with education and thrive in their learning environment.
-
Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs
Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs
-
Assisting in the development of communication, social, and emotional regulation skills
Assisting in the development of communication, social, and emotional regulation skills
-
Contributing to behaviour support strategies, observations, and progress monitoring
Contributing to behaviour support strategies, observations, and progress monitoring
-
Working collaboratively with teachers, behaviour mentors, therapists, and families to deliver consistent, holistic support
Working collaboratively with teachers, behaviour mentors, therapists, and families to deliver consistent, holistic support
-
Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent experience)
Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent experience)
-
Experience within a PRU, SEMH, or SEN setting (highly desirable)
Experience within a PRU, SEMH, or SEN setting (highly desirable)
-
Team Teach or other de-escalation training (advantageous)
Team Teach or other de-escalation training (advantageous)
-
Strong behaviour management skills with resilience and patience
Strong behaviour management skills with resilience and patience
-
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
-
A genuine passion for making a positive impact on young people's lives
A genuine passion for making a positive impact on young people's lives
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Access to over 180 CPD-accredited courses, including Autism Awareness, SEMH Support, and Safeguarding Children
Access to over 180 CPD-accredited courses, including Autism Awareness, SEMH Support, and Safeguarding Children
-
A supportive and collaborative team culture
A supportive and collaborative team culture
-
Opportunities to make a real difference where it matters most
Opportunities to make a real difference where it matters most
-
Competitive weekly pay: £500-£550
Competitive weekly pay: £500-£550
This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and welcomes applicants who share this commitment.