SEMH Teaching Assistant - Emotional & Behavioural Support

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in Manchester and surrounding areas. The role involves working across primary schools, delivering 1:1 and small-group support, and helping pupils access learning while managing emotions and behaviour.

Ideal candidates will have experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs, be comfortable in UK primary school settings, and able to stay calm under pressure while building

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Experience in a UK primary school.
• Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Build trust and positive relationships with pupils.
• Patient, consistent, and resilient approach.
• Available for full-time or regular part-time work.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Helping pupils manage emotions and regulate behaviour.
• Implementing strategies agreed with the school.
• Supporting positive relationships and engagement.
• Helping pupils access learning and classroom activities.
• Supporting transitions and unstructured times.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff.

Skills

SEMH experience

UK primary school experience

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Emotional & Behavioural Support

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who is confident supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs?

Aspire People are recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

We are looking for candidates who can build positive relationships with pupils, provide consistent support and help children manage their emotions and behaviour within the school environment.

These opportunities are ideal for candidates with recent experience supporting pupils with SEMH, behavioural needs or emotional regulation difficulties.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils manage emotions and regulate behaviour
• Implementing strategies agreed with the school
• Supporting positive relationships and engagement
• Helping pupils access learning and classroom activities
• Supporting transitions and unstructured times
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff

The Ideal Candidate

• Has relevant experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs
• Has experience working within a UK primary school
• Is confident managing challenging situations calmly and professionally
• Can build trust and positive relationships with pupils
• Has a patient, consistent and resilient approach
• Is available for full-time or regular part-time work

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Immediate and ongoing opportunities
• Daily supply and long-term placements
• Full-time and part-time roles
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities across a network of primary schools

Relevant experience supporting pupils with SEMH or behavioural needs is essential. Due to the volume of applications and enquiries we receive, we cannot guarantee an individual response to everyone who gets in touch.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks