Job Description

SEMH & Behaviour Support Assistant - Primary School
Full-Time Long-Term Position Aspire People

Aspire People are currently recruiting for an experienced and confident SEMH & Behaviour Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school.

The school is seeking someone who can support pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social needs, helping them to successfully engage with learning and school life.

This role would suit individuals with experience in education, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, or care settings who are looking to build long-term experience within schools.

The Role Includes:
Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs across the school
Working closely with pupils to build trust and positive relationships
Supporting classroom learning and behaviour expectations
Delivering targeted support and intervention where required
Assisting with transitions, routines, and structured activities
Working collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams

The Ideal Candidate:
Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
Is calm, resilient, and confident in challenging situations
Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
Can remain consistent with behaviour expectations
Is passionate about making a positive impact in education
Has experience in a school or transferable child-focused setting

Why Work with Aspire People?
Competitive daily rates
Long-term opportunities with potential progression
Support from experienced education consultants
Access to training and CPD
Opportunities within a range of primary schools

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional emotional and behavioural needs, we would love to hear from you.

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.