Teaching Assistant (SEMH & Personal Care) – Stockport Start Date: ASAP Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester Role Type: Full-time / Long-term (term-time only) About the Role: We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants with personal care experience to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) School in Stockport. This is a rewarding opportunity to work 1:1 with students who have complex needs, supporting their academic, emotional, and personal development in a structured and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities • Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEMH and complex learning needs • Support students with personal care, ensuring dignity, safety, and wellbeing at all times • Assist pupils to engage with learning activities, both in and out of the classroom • Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours using positive behaviour strategies • Support emotional regulation, social skills, and communication development • Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and external professionals • Maintain accurate records and contribute to individual support plans (EHCPs) • Create a calm, consistent, and supportive learning environment About the Students • Pupils may present with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, trauma-related needs, and behavioural challenges • Many require consistent routines, patience, and strong boundaries • Support is highly individualised and relationship-based Essential Requirements • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker • Proven personal care experience (essential) • Experience working with SEMH, SEN, or complex needs • Ability to build positive and trusting relationships • Strong communication and teamwork skills How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH and complex needs and are available to start immediately, we would love to hear from you.<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>