SEMH Inclusion Support in Primary School

Ripple Education; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Training opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Ripple Education is recruiting an Inclusion Support Assistant for a full-time, long-term position in a primary school in Peterlee. You will support children who may need additional help to regulate emotions, manage behaviour, and engage with learning, working closely with school staff.

We value candidates with SEMH/behaviour experience and a hands-on, compassionate approach, with safeguarding at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural or additional needs.
• Experience in PRU/Alternative Provision or specialist setting is highly desirable.
• Confident, active and hands-on approach to support.
• Resilience to stay calm when behaviour is challenging.
• Understanding of positive behaviour support and de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support.
• Help pupils engage with learning and school routines.
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils and maintain boundaries.
• Support pupils inside and outside the classroom.
• Engage pupils with practical and active learning activities.
• Assist transitions and challenging points in the day.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEND/inclusion team.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Ripple Education is recruiting an Inclusion Support Assistant for a full-time, long-term position in a primary school in Peterlee. You will support children who may need additional help to regulate emotions, manage behaviour, and engage with learning, working closely with school staff.

We value candidates with SEMH/behaviour experience and a hands-on, compassionate approach, with safeguarding at the forefront.