SEMH Teaching Assistant: Calm Behaviour & Emotional Support

Aspire People; Boothstown; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term roles available

Career progression within education

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH, behavioural needs, or emotional regulation challenges. You will build positive relationships and assist with emotion regulation strategies within a school setting.

The role involves working with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to implement behaviour plans and school strategies, fostering resilience and engagement in learners across primary and secondary settings.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working with children or young people with SEMH/behavioural needs.
• Experience within a UK school, alternative provision, youth setting, or similar environment.
• Calm and consistent approach.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Resilience and emotional maturity.
• Genuine commitment to helping vulnerable children succeed.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group SEMH support.
• Supporting pupils with challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
• Developing positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Helping children develop emotional regulation strategies.
• Supporting behaviour plans and agreed school strategies.
• Encouraging resilience, independence, and positive decision-making.
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Calm demeanor

Job description

Aspire People is seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH, behavioural needs, or emotional regulation challenges. You will build positive relationships and assist with emotion regulation strategies within a school setting.

The role involves working with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to implement behaviour plans and school strategies, fostering resilience and engagement in learners across primary and secondary settings.