SEMH Teaching Assistant
Aspire People
Location: Lutterworth
Pay: £105 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, term time only
Start Date: ASAP / dependent on availability
Aspire People are recruiting!
Aspire People have partnered with a specialist SEN school in Lutterworth who are looking for a passionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.
This role would suit someone who has experience supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including challenging behaviour, emotional regulation difficulties and barriers to learning.
About the Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, supported and ready to engage with their education.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs
Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and managing their feelings
Helping children develop positive coping and behavioural strategies
Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils
Supporting pupils who may display challenging or disruptive behaviour
Using positive reinforcement and consistent boundaries
Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
Supporting classroom engagement and personal development
De-escalating difficult situations calmly and professionally
Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals
Creating a safe, structured and nurturing environment
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who:
Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
Is confident supporting challenging behaviour
Has a calm, patient and empathetic approach
Is resilient and able to remain composed under pressure
Can build positive relationships with pupils who may struggle to trust adults
Understands the importance of clear boundaries and consistency
Is passionate about supporting children's emotional wellbeing
Works well as part of a wider team
Is committed to working Monday-Friday, term time only
What Aspire People Offer
£105 per day
Monday-Friday, term time only
Opportunity to work within a specialist SEMH/SEN setting
Dedicated consultant support
Ongoing support throughout your placement
Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
If you're an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Lutterworth, we'd love to hear from you!
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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.
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