SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Stechford

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11 to 16 with SEMH and ASD in Stechford, Birmingham. The role involves helping with daily classroom activities, targeted interventions, and promoting a positive learning environment.

You will work closely with teachers and support staff to implement behaviour plans, encourage emotional regulation, and build social skills and confidence in learners across a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with SEMH, autism or behavioural needs.
• Calm, empathetic and patient approach to supporting challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm, empathetic

Patience

Education

CACHE/Level 2-3 TA quals

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in Stechford

Location: Stechford, 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 Stechford, 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 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.