Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School
Full-Time Long-Term Role Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a primary school who require additional emotional and behavioural support.

This rewarding role is ideal for someone who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure, and help children overcome barriers to learning.

You'll work alongside experienced teachers and the school's SEND team to provide consistent support that enables pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Your Responsibilities:
Supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Building trusting and positive relationships with children
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
Delivering structured interventions and 1:1 support
Encouraging confidence, resilience, and independence
Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and SENCOs

The Successful Candidate Will Have:
Recent UK primary school experience within the last 2 years
Experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs
Excellent behaviour management skills
A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach
A genuine passion for helping children succeed

Why Join Aspire People?
Competitive pay rates
Long-term placements with potential permanent opportunities
Dedicated consultant support
Access to a variety of primary schools
Career development opportunities within education

If you're committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs, we'd 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.