Active SEMH Inclusion Support Assistant

Ripple Education; Horsham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay and holiday pay

Specialist training and professional发展

Friendly, supportive team

Support from experienced teachers

Job summary

Ripple Education is recruiting an Inclusion Support Assistant for a full-time, long-term role in a primary school in Ashington. You’ll support children with emotional regulation, behaviour management and active engagement in learning.

Experience in SEMH or specialist settings is valuable. The role involves 1:1, small-group and classroom support, building relationships and maintaining a positive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural or additional needs.
• Previous experience within a PRU, Alternative Provision or specialist setting would be highly desirable.
• A confident, active and hands-on approach.
• The resilience to remain calm and consistent when behaviour becomes challenging.
• An understanding of positive behaviour support and de-escalation.
• The ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
• A patient, compassionate and non-judgemental approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding.
• Availability to work full-time on a long-term basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support
• Help pupils engage successfully with learning and school routines
• Support children with emotional regulation and behaviour
• Use positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
• Build consistent and trusting relationships with pupils
• Support children both inside and outside the classroom
• Use practical, active and engaging approaches to help pupils participate in education
• Help children develop confidence, resilience, independence and social skills
• Support pupils during transitions and challenging points in the school day
• Work closely with teachers, the SEND/inclusion team and other professionals
• Help maintain a safe, positive and inclusive environment
• Follow school and Ripple Education safeguarding procedures at all times

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

PRU/Alternative Provision experience

De-escalation

Safeguarding

Relationship building

Communication & teamwork

Patience & empathy

Inclusive education

Education

Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification

Job description

Ripple Education is recruiting an Inclusion Support Assistant for a full-time, long-term role in a primary school in Ashington. You’ll support children with emotional regulation, behaviour management and active engagement in learning.

Experience in SEMH or specialist settings is valuable. The role involves 1:1, small-group and classroom support, building relationships and maintaining a positive, inclusive environment.