Inspire & Support: Primary SEND & SEMH TA (Long-Term)

Aspire People Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND and SEMH in a UK primary school setting. The role focuses on helping children progress academically, socially and emotionally, with a nurturing approach.

The ideal candidate will have recent UK primary school experience, a strong safeguarding ethos, and the ability to work 1:1 or in small groups alongside teachers and parents to ensure consistent support.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working within a UK primary school in the last 2 years.
• Previous experience supporting SEND and/or SEMH pupils.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, proactive, and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and additional learning needs
• Providing both 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school day
• Delivering intervention sessions to support learning and emotional development
• Helping pupils access classroom activities and the wider curriculum
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to ensure consistent support

Skills

Communication

Patience

Adaptable

Relationship-building

Job description

Aspire People Limited are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND and SEMH in a UK primary school setting. The role focuses on helping children progress academically, socially and emotionally, with a nurturing approach.

The ideal candidate will have recent UK primary school experience, a strong safeguarding ethos, and the ability to work 1:1 or in small groups alongside teachers and parents to ensure consistent support.