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Behaviour Mentor - Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) Specialist

Job details
Posting date: 27 March 2026
Salary: £130 to £140 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 23 April 2026
Location: Middleton, Lancashire
Company: senploy
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 209208

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Summary

Emotional Support Teaching Assistant - PRU (Middleton)

Location: Middleton
Pay: £130 - £140 per day
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for a compassionate and resilient Emotional Support Teaching Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Middleton. This full-time role is ideal for someone who is confident supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.

The Role:
You will work closely with pupils who may present challenging behaviour, providing consistent emotional and academic support. The focus of the role is to help students regulate their emotions, build trust, and re-engage with their learning in a structured environment.

Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting students on a 1:1 and small group basis
- Providing emotional support and promoting positive coping strategies
- Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour
- Assisting teaching staff with classroom activities
- Creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people with behavioural or emotional needs
- Confidence in managing challenging behaviour effectively
- Calm, patient, and resilient approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills

What We Offer:
- Competitive daily rate of £130 - £140
- Full-time hours (8:30am - 3:30pm)
- Immediate start available
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives
- Supportive and experienced team

If you are passionate about supporting students emotionally and can confidently manage behaviour, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered.



This role 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. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

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