Special Needs LSA

Aspire People; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with SEMH, trauma, anxiety and autism in a school setting. The role offers a rewarding chance to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

The ideal candidate will be calm, nurturing and patient, able to build positive relationships and adapt approaches for each child, with a trauma‑informed, child‑centred mindset that promotes safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate, patient and dedicated.
• Trauma-informed and child-centred approach is essential.
• Ability to support emotional regulation and learning in children with SEMH, trauma, anxiety and autism.

Responsibilities

• Support emotional regulation and anxiety management.
• Support SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
• Support autism and communication difficulties.
• Foster confidence, self-esteem and social development.
• Help children access learning and engage in classroom activities.
• Develop independence and positive relationships.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Empathy

Relationship-building

Trauma-informed approach

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Supporting Children with SEMH, Trauma, Anxiety & Autism

We are seeking a compassionate, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with a range of additional needs, including SEMH, trauma, anxiety and autism.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

The ideal candidate will be calm, nurturing and understanding, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children who may have experienced trauma or find school environments challenging.

You will support children with:

• Emotional regulation and anxiety
• SEMH needs and challenging behaviours
• Autism and communication difficulties
• Confidence, self-esteem and social development
• Accessing learning and engaging in classroom activities
• Developing independence and positive relationships

We are looking for someone who understands that every child is different and is willing to adapt their approach to meet individual needs. A trauma-informed and child-centred approach is essential.

If you are caring, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

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