Pay: £110 - £120 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Temporary / Long-term (with potential for permanent placement directly with the school in the future)
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated, resilient, and compassionate SEMH / Autism Teaching Assistant to join an Alternative Provision setting in the Oldham area for a September start.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism (ASC), helping them to re-engage with learning in a supportive and structured environment.
Role Responsibilities:
Supporting pupils with SEMH and Autism needs on a 1:1 and small group basis
Working within an Alternative Provision setting
Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement in learning
Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Helping create a safe, consistent, and supportive learning environment
Working closely with teaching staff, therapists, and pastoral teams
Promoting independence, confidence, and positive behaviour strategies
Requirements:
Experience working with children or young people (school-based or transferable skills from care/support/youth work/SEND environments)
Strong understanding of SEMH, Autism, or additional needs (desirable but not essential)
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a professional and supportive way
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Child & Adult) preferred
OR willingness to obtain a new DBS
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Salary description
£110.00 - £120.00 per day