Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH Specialist Setting?? Location: Stoke-On-Trent?? Start Date: September 2025??
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only?? Setting: Specialist site supporting pupils with SEMH & anxietyWe're currently working in partnership with a highly supportive specialist school that is seeking SEN Teaching Assistant's to join their dedicated team this September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about working with young people who present with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs - particularly those with high levels of anxiety.The School:This unique setting offers a calm, therapeutic environment with small class sizes (no more than 8 pupils per class), allowing staff to provide tailored support and build meaningful relationships.
The school has a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing and staff collaboration, making it an excellent environment for both pupils and professionals to thrive.The Role:As a SEN TA, you'll play a key role in supporting pupils' learning and emotional development. Working closely with the teaching and pastoral teams, you will:- Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis- Help manage challenging behaviours in a positive and proactive way- Implement individual support plans and behaviour strategies- Foster a safe, inclusive and nurturing classroom environmentIdeal Candidate:We're looking for someone who is:- Experienced (or confident) in working with pupils with SEMH and/or high anxiety- Calm, patient and resilient, with a passion for supporting vulnerable young people- Able to build strong, trusting relationships with students and colleagues- Ideally has relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant), although experience and attitude are equally valuedWhy This Role?- Small class sizes - more time for meaningful support- Strong, supportive leadership and team environment- Ongoing CPD and development opportunities- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on young livesInterested?If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please get in touch today.
Send your CV Don't miss out - secure your next SEN role for September now!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.