SEMH Teaching Assistant: Inspire & Support Every Student

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a specialist setting in Kings Norton, Birmingham. You will support primary and secondary pupils with SEMH, ASD, learning disabilities, and communication needs, delivering educational, pastoral and personal support across classrooms and targeted interventions.

We value compassionate, patient and adaptable staff who can build trusting relationships with pupils and work closely with teachers and other professionals to promote positive

Qualifications

• Previous experience with SEMH, ASD, learning disabilities or behavioural needs is preferred.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach, with ability to remain consistent in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with pupils with complex needs.
• Willingness to support pupils with personal care and daily living activities when required.
• Proactive, flexible and nurturing approach with commitment to supporting vulnerable young people.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a school support team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to primary and secondary pupils with SEMH, ASD, learning disabilities, communication difficulties and behavioural needs.
• Support pupils both within the classroom and through targeted interventions, adapting approaches to meet individual learning and communication needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them develop confidence, communication and independence.
• Support pupils with behaviours that may present as barriers to learning, using consistent and positive approaches.
• Assist pupils with personal care and daily living needs where required, maintaining dignity and safeguarding at all times.
• Support pupils with communication difficulties, helping them express their needs and engage positively with others.
• Encourage the development of social and life skills alongside academic learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals to provide consistent support and promote positive outcomes.
• Help create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can progress.

Skills

Calm Demeanor

Empathy

Communication

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2/3

Job description

Aspire People are seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a specialist setting in Kings Norton, Birmingham. You will support primary and secondary pupils with SEMH, ASD, learning disabilities, and communication needs, delivering educational, pastoral and personal support across classrooms and targeted interventions.

We value compassionate, patient and adaptable staff who can build trusting relationships with pupils and work closely with teachers and other professionals to promote positive