Impactful Alternative Provision TA – SEMH & Behaviour

Aspire People; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay £105/day

Full-time Monday–Friday

Dedicated consultant support

Ongoing placement support

Potential long-term opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People are working with an Alternative Provision in Leicester to recruit a committed Teaching Assistant. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs, helping them re-engage with education and build confidence.

You will work closely with teachers and the support team in a calm, structured environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with children or young people in SEN/SEMH settings, be patient and resilient, and thrive on making a positive impact

Qualifications

• Must have experience with children or young people, ideally SEN/SEMH/alternative provision.
• Patient and resilient, able to support challenging behaviour.
• Capable of building strong relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support children with a range of additional needs.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Support behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Encourage pupils to engage positively with their education.
• Create a calm, structured and supportive environment.
• Assist teachers with lessons and activities.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development.
• Work closely with teaching staff and the wider support team.

Skills

Patience

Behaviour support

Relationship building

Boundaries setting

Adaptability

Motivation to help

Reliability

Job description

Aspire People are working with an Alternative Provision in Leicester to recruit a committed Teaching Assistant. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs, helping them re-engage with education and build confidence.

You will work closely with teachers and the support team in a calm, structured environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with children or young people in SEN/SEMH settings, be patient and resilient, and thrive on making a positive impact