New Directions is currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to work full-time in a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Blackley. This is a long-term opportunity, ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support to access education.
The school are looking for someone who has experience working within a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) setting and have a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice. The role is due to start as soon as possible and will continue for the rest of the academic year with the opportunity for it to continue in September 2026.
The Role
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
Support pupils in managing their behaviour and emotions
Help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
Build positive and trusting relationships with students and staff
Promote the social and emotional development of pupils
The Candidate
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs
Confident in appropriately challenging pupils across all secondary age ranges Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Team Teach trained with strong, effective de‑escalation techniques
Able to build strong, trusting relationships that support engagement and progress
Calm, resilient and emotionally literate; able to remain regulated under pressure
A genuine passion for working with children and young people with complex needs
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
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