Day Rate: £90+ Dependent on experience Location: Manchester Position: SEMH Mentor (SEND TA) Contract Type: 8:30-3:30 Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting SEMH Mentors and SEND Teaching Assistants to support students aged 5–16 within Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and Alternative Provision settings across Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, SEND, and behavioural challenges. The schools we work with are committed to staff development and provide ongoing training, mentoring and professional growth opportunities. We welcome applicants who are energetic, resilient and enthusiastic, and who want to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people who require additional support to engage with education. Candidates with interests or experience in sports, music, creative arts, gaming, mentoring or youth work are particularly encouraged to apply, as these interests can help build positive relationships and engagement with students. As an SEMH Mentor, you will support students who may experience: • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC/ASD) • ADHD • Behavioural challenges • Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) • Additional learning needs You will work closely with teachers, pastoral teams and SENCOs to help students develop confidence, emotional regulation and positive learning behaviours. Key Responsibilities As a SEMH Mentor / SEND TA, you will: • Act as a positive role model and mentor for students with SEMH and SEND needs • Provide 1:1 and small group support for identified pupils • Support students in overcoming social, emotional and academic barriers to learning • Assist the class teacher in the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons • Implement behaviour strategies and reasonable adjustments to help students succeed • Promote emotional regulation, resilience and independence • Provide guidance, encouragement and pastoral support to young people • Build strong relationships to support engagement and positive behaviour Ideal Candidate Profile We would love to hear from you if you are: • Passionate about supporting students with SEND and SEMH needs • Interested in working as a Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Teaching Assistant • Energetic, patient and able to build positive relationships with young people • Confident supporting students who may display challenging behaviour • Motivated to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable learners • A strong team player with a positive and proactive attitude Experience working in schools, PRUs, youth work, coaching, care work, or alternative education is beneficial but not always essential. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Aaron Royle on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015.<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> Aaron Royle&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015</strong></strong>