SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary Support & Growth

Aspire People; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary SEMH setting in Stevenage. You will support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, providing one-to-one and small-group assistance to help engagement and confidence.

The role is full-time, term-time only, start ASAP, with temporary-to-permanent prospects. Experience in SEN/SEMH is desirable, but transferable skills from care or youth work are welcome.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within SEN or SEMH settings is desirable but not essential.
• Strong transferable skills from care, youth work, mentoring or similar people-focused roles could be highly relevant.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs across KS1 and KS2.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Assisting teachers with classroom learning and activities.
• Helping pupils develop strategies to manage their emotions and behaviour.
• Supporting positive behaviour and reinforcing clear, appropriate boundaries.
• Building positive, trusting and professional relationships with pupils.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Providing calm, consistent support when situations become challenging.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff.
• Adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil.
• Helping to create a safe, positive and supportive learning environment.

Job description

Aspire People are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary SEMH setting in Stevenage. You will support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, providing one-to-one and small-group assistance to help engagement and confidence.

The role is full-time, term-time only, start ASAP, with temporary-to-permanent prospects. Experience in SEN/SEMH is desirable, but transferable skills from care or youth work are welcome.