SEMH Teaching Assistant - B12 (Birmingham)
📍 Location: B12, Birmingham
💼 Agency: Aspire People
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs?
Aspire People is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive school in the B12 area of Birmingham, who are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students on a 1:1 and small group basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in SEN, youth work, or behaviour support to join a supportive team and have a real impact.
About the Role:
Supporting pupils with SEMH needs in the classroom and during interventions
Working closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement personalised support plans
Using de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches to manage behaviour
Helping to create a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment
You Will Need:
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (in school, care, youth work or similar settings)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
A DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for one through us)
Why Aspire People?
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Competitive rates of pay
Local work - we'll match you with schools in your preferred area
📩 Interested?contact with your cv.
Let's help every child achieve their full potential - one day at a time.
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