SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Small Heath, Birmingham

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant in Small Heath, Birmingham to support pupils aged 11 to 16 with SEMH, ASD and related needs. The role involves enabling inclusive learning and working closely with teachers and support staff.

You will help implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies, support social skills, confidence and independence, and contribute to a supportive, safeguarding-focused team in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH, autism or behavioural needs.
• Calm, empathetic approach to supporting challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive, flexible mindset and a genuine desire to help vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to pupils with SEMH and ASD in class and via targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and support teams to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in implementing behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies.
• Support development of social skills, confidence and independence in young learners.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 TA

Team Teach

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Small Heath, Birmingham

Location: Small Heath, Birmingham

Hours: Full-time/Part-time

Contract: Long-term/Permanent/Temporary

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We are looking for a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 11 to 16 with a range of complex needs, including Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, and related behavioural needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team in a specialist setting in Small Heath, Birmingham, where every day is different, and every small success counts.

About the Role:

• Provide individualised support to pupils with SEMH and ASD, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in implementing behaviour support plans and emotional regulation strategies.
• Support the development of social skills, confidence, and independence in young learners.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, autism, or behavioural needs.
• A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to supporting challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, flexible mindset and a genuine desire to support vulnerable young people.

Desirable:

• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or mental health (e.g. CACHE, Level 2/3 TA, Team Teach, etc.).
• Experience working in an SEN or alternative provision environment.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and emotional regulation strategies.

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