SEMH Teaching Assistant - Wolverhampton 🌟
Location: Wolverhampton
Contract: Full-Time / Long-Term
Salary: £104 per day
Agency: Aspire People
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Aspire People are looking for committed and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in specialist SEMH schools across Wolverhampton.
These are rewarding roles where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils who need structure, empathy, and consistency to thrive.
💼 About the Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you'll work with pupils who may display challenging behaviour due to trauma, anxiety, or unmet emotional needs. You'll provide 1:1 support and small group intervention, helping pupils develop positive relationships, regulate their emotions, and engage in learning.
You'll work as part of a dedicated and supportive team, creating a safe and nurturing environment that promotes personal growth and educational progress.
🔍 We're Looking For:
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or similar challenges
A calm, consistent, and non-judgemental approach
Resilience, empathy, and the ability to de-escalate situations effectively
Teamwork and strong communication skills
A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is helpful, but not essential
✅ What We Offer:
£104 per day
A variety of flexible roles to suit your availability
Long-term and day-to-day placements in specialist SEMH schools
Ongoing support and guidance from our experienced team
Access to relevant training and professional development
£100 Recommend a Friend Bonus Scheme
Whether you're experienced in SEMH settings or have transferable skills from youth work, residential care, or support work - we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Apply Now
Send your CV today to express your interest or learn more about SEMH roles in your area.
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