SEMH Teaching Assistants

Posting date:	22 January 2026
Salary:	£82.5 to £150 per day
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	21 February 2026
Location:	Trafford, North West, M32 0TH
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Step Teachers Ltd
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	MP222897CT3103-A479401-22012026

Summary

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Day-to-day supply from as soon as possible These flexible opportunities are ideal for SEMH Teaching Assistants who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You’ll be supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a range of inclusive and supportive environments.Duties as SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote positive interactions
• Support pupils in developing social and emotional skills
• Work collaboratively with school staff and external professionals
• Adapt resources and strategies to meet individual learning needs
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to pupil progress reviews

Ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A flexible and proactive attitude to working across different settings
• Relevant qualifications or training in education or child development are desirable
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!