Teaching Assistant – SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) Job Title: Teaching Assistant – SEMH Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester Contract: Full-time, term-time only (Monday to Friday) Pay Rate: £95.00 to £105.00 per day, experiance dependant About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role is both challenging and deeply rewarding, requiring patience, emotional intelligence, and a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable learners. You will work closely with pupils who may present with challenging behaviour, anxiety, trauma-related needs, or difficulties regulating emotions. Key Responsibilities • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs • Support emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning • Implement behaviour support plans and therapeutic strategies • Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals • Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times The Ideal Candidate • Experience supporting children with SEMH, behaviour, or trauma-related needs • Calm, empathetic, and emotionally resilient • Able to manage challenging behaviour positively and safely • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Training in Team Teach, de-escalation, or trauma-informed practice is desirable We Offer • Comprehensive training and ongoing support • A role where you can make a life-changing difference • A caring and experienced staff team<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Ben Smith on 0161 529 9200 | Ext:5003.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Ben Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext:5003</strong></strong>