Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £92.63 to £115 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | M18 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 2 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 2 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Stockport
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £92.63 - £115 per day
We welcome applications from Sports Coaches, Youth Workers and Support Workers with experience of working with young people in the UK.
Do you have experience supporting children and young people with challenging behaviour?
Are you a resilient and patient SEMH Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with pupils?
Can you provide consistent support to young people who may struggle to engage within a mainstream education setting?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a Pupil Referral Unit / PRU based in Stockport, supporting children and young people who require additional support outside of a mainstream school environment. The provision is looking for a confident and committed SEMH Teaching Assistant who can provide a positive and consistent approach to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs.
The Pupil Referral Unit is looking to take on an SEMH Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis with an immediate start. The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will support pupils with challenging behaviour, helping them to engage with their learning, manage their emotions and behaviours, and develop positive relationships within the setting.
The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will have:
• Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs or within a PRU, SEND or alternative provision setting
• Strong behaviour management skills
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with young people
• A resilient, patient and adaptable approach
• A positive ‘can-do’ attitude
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are interested in this SEMH Teaching Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL:
megan.sinclair@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 01618703623
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.