SEMH Teaching Assistant - Calm, Impactful Support

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

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Bury to join a supportive school. The role involves working with pupils who have social, emotional and mental health needs, delivering 1:1 or small‑group support and contributing to a calm, structured learning environment.

You will collaborate with teaching and pastoral staff to promote positive routines and progress. The ideal candidate is calm, reliable and emotionally aware, with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupils to

Qualifications

• Full-time availability, Monday to Friday.
• Experience supporting young people in any capacity.
• Proactive and dependable attitude.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding and vetting checks.
• Calm, patient and emotionally aware.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Support behaviour management using consistent strategies
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Help pupils regulate emotions and develop coping mechanisms
• Support engagement in lessons and structured activities
• Promote positive behaviour, routines and expectations
• Work alongside teaching staff and pastoral teams
• Contribute to a safe, structured and supportive environment

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Bury to join a supportive school. The role involves working with pupils who have social, emotional and mental health needs, delivering 1:1 or small‑group support and contributing to a calm, structured learning environment.

You will collaborate with teaching and pastoral staff to promote positive routines and progress. The ideal candidate is calm, reliable and emotionally aware, with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupils to