SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant in Brighton

SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant in Brighton

Brighton Full-Time 22500 - 27500 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Aspire People

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support children with SEND and SEMH needs in a primary school setting.
  • Company: Aspire People, dedicated to inclusive education and student welfare.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, long-term placements, and dedicated consultant support.
  • Other info: Opportunities for permanent roles and specialist SEND/SEMH positions.
  • Why this job: Make a genuine difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in UK schools and a passion for supporting diverse learners.

The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 Β£ per year.

SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Do you have experience supporting children with SEND and/or SEMH needs and want a role where you can make a genuine difference?

Aspire People are recruiting a dedicated SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to work within a supportive primary school environment.

The role would suit someone who is confident supporting pupils with additional needs and understands the importance of consistency, patience, and strong relationships when helping children overcome barriers to learning.

The Role

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group SEND support
  • Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs
  • Helping children with emotional and sensory regulation
  • Implementing agreed behaviour and support strategies
  • Delivering targeted interventions
  • Supporting pupils during lessons and unstructured times
  • Working closely with teachers and SENCOs
  • Encouraging independence and confidence

We're Looking For

  • Recent experience working within a UK school
  • Previous SEND and/or SEMH experience
  • Calm, patient, and resilient approach
  • Strong behaviour management skills
  • Excellent relationship-building abilities
  • Genuine passion for inclusive education

Why Aspire People?

  • Specialist SEND/SEMH opportunities
  • Long-term placements available
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Potential permanent opportunities

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional 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.

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SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant in Brighton employer: Aspire People

Aspire People is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development for educators. Located in the vibrant community of Welwyn, our school provides a unique opportunity to inspire students in Business Studies and Economics while enjoying competitive salaries and a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.

Aspire People

Contact Details:

Aspire People Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant in Brighton

Experience supporting children with SEND
Experience supporting children with SEMH needs
Understanding of Autism
Understanding of ADHD
Behaviour management skills
Relationship-building abilities
Patience