Job Description

SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School
Behaviour & Emotional Support Focus Full-Time Aspire People

Aspire People are seeking a dedicated and proactive SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a primary school environment who require additional emotional and behavioural support.

The school is looking for someone who can provide consistent, structured support to help pupils access learning while developing positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation skills.

This role may involve working with pupils across the classroom, in small groups, and occasionally on a 1:1 basis depending on need.

Key Responsibilities:
Supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs in the classroom
Assisting with behaviour management strategies
Supporting emotional regulation and de-escalation where required
Helping pupils engage with learning activities and routines
Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff
Promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience supporting children with SEMH or SEND needs
A calm, patient, and consistent approach
Strong behaviour management skills
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils
Experience within a UK school or transferable child-related role
A genuine commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing

Why Aspire People?
Competitive rates of pay
Long-term and permanent opportunities available
Ongoing consultant support
CPD and training opportunities
Rewarding work within supportive school environments

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children who need additional emotional and behavioural guidance.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.