Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Learning Mentor) Location: Oldham Length of Role: Academic Year Pay Rate: £89 – £110 per day Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Teaching Assistant (Learning Mentor) – Specialist SEMH Provision – Oldham We are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant (Learning Mentor) to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) provision in Oldham for a full academic year. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people who require additional support to engage positively with their education. The provision supports students who experience a wide range of SEMH needs, including anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, and behavioural challenges. The successful candidate will help create a safe, structured and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive emotionally and academically. Key Responsibilities • Provide individual and small-group support to students with SEMH needs. • Build strong, trusting relationships to encourage positive engagement. • Deliver and assist with tailored interventions and support plans. • Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies. • Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals. • Support students throughout lessons, transitions and daily routines. • Contribute to progress tracking, assessments, and regular reviews. Requirements • Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs or behavioural challenges. • A calm, patient and empathetic approach to behaviour management. • Strong communication, de-escalation and relationship-building skills. • Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic specialist setting. • Good literacy and numeracy skills. • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one). What the School Can Offer • A specialist SEMH environment with experienced, supportive staff. • Ongoing professional development including SEMH and behaviour support training. • A role where you can make a significant difference to students’ wellbeing and progress. • Long-term stability with a full academic year placement. • Competitive daily pay between £89 and £110, depending on experience. How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and have the commitment to contribute to a nurturing specialist school in Oldham, we encourage you to apply. Early applications are recommended as the position is expected to be filled quickly. INDMAN <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Robert Higginbottom on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782.<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> Robert Higginbottom&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782</strong></strong>