SEMH Teaching Assistant: Calm Behaviour & Emotions Support

Aspire People; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs in a UK primary setting. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to implement strategies, de-escalate behaviours, and help pupils regulate emotions.

The role involves building trusted relationships with students, collaborating with teachers and SEN staff, and contributing to personalised plans to help pupils succeed within a traditional classroom environment.

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

Job description

Aspire People are seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs in a UK primary setting. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to implement strategies, de-escalate behaviours, and help pupils regulate emotions.

The role involves building trusted relationships with students, collaborating with teachers and SEN staff, and contributing to personalised plans to help pupils succeed within a traditional classroom environment.