SEMH Teaching Assistant - Hanley

Aspire People; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market pay

Weekly pay

Full-time role

Long-term opportunities

Support from Aspire People

Potential permanent position

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting 6 SEMH Teaching Assistants for a well-established Secondary Alternative Provision in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. You will support secondary students with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning and manage behaviour positively, in a structured environment.

Ideal candidates have experience with young people, a calm resilient approach, and a commitment to safeguarding. Above-market-rate pay and weekly pay are offered, with potential for a permanent position.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in education or related settings.
• Calm, resilient attitude and ability to build relationships.
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS.
• Commitment to a full‑time term-time role.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to secondary students with SEMH needs.
• Help students engage with learning and manage behaviour positively.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff in a structured environment.
• Support pupils to reach their full potential on a daily basis.

Skills

Experience with young people

Calm and resilient

Relationship building

Passion for helping young people

Enhanced DBS on Update Service

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistants x6 - Hanley (Secondary Alternative Provision)

Location: Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

Pay: Above Market Average - Excellent Weekly Rates

Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner if available)

Full-Time | Term Time Only

Aspire People are recruiting!

I'm Ethan from Aspire People, and I'm currently recruiting 6 SEMH Teaching Assistants for a well-established Secondary Alternative Provision in Hanley.

If you have experience working with young people and want a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you. We're offering above-market-average pay to secure the very best support staff.

The Role

You'll be supporting secondary-aged students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them engage with learning, manage behaviour positively, and achieve their full potential.

You'll work alongside experienced teachers and pastoral staff, providing support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups within a structured, supportive environment.

We're Looking For:

• Experience working with young people in education, youth work, residential care, coaching, mentoring, or similar settings.
• A calm, resilient, and positive attitude.
• Confidence building strong relationships with students.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer:

• Above-market-average rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Full-time, long-term opportunities
• Ongoing support from Ethan at Aspire People
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day

These roles are expected to fill quickly, so early applications are encouraged.

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.