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SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School Full-Time Long-Term Role Aspire People Aspire People are recruiting an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a primary school who require additional emotional and behavioural support. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure, and help children overcome barriers to learning. You'll work alongside experienced teachers and the school's SEND team to provide consistent support that enables pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally. Your Responsibilities: Supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs Building trusting and positive relationships with children Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies Delivering structured interventions and 1:1 support Encouraging confidence, resilience, and independence Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and SENCOs The Successful Candidate Will Have: Recent UK primary school experience within the last 2 years Experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs Excellent behaviour management skills A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach A genuine passion for helping children succeed Why Join Aspire People? Competitive pay rates Long-term placements with potential permanent opportunities Dedicated consultant support Access to a variety of primary schools Career development opportunities within education If you're committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs, we'd 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.