Aspire People Limited
SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham
Full-Time | Immediate Starts Available
Do you have experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour? Looking for a rewarding role where every day is different?
Aspire People are working with specialist schools and alternative provisions across Birmingham who are looking for confident and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to join their teams.
This role would suit individuals who have worked in care settings or sports coaching and are looking to transfer their skills into education.
Suitable backgrounds include: Residential Care Children's Support Work Adult Care Learning Disabilities Mental Health Support Sports Coaching Football Coaching Boxing or Martial Arts Coaching Rugby Coaching Your day could include: Supporting pupils with SEMH needs both in and out of the classroom. Using positive behaviour strategies to keep pupils engaged. Building strong, professional relationships with young people. Supporting pupils who require additional emotional support. Encouraging confidence, independence and personal development. Working closely with teachers and the wider SEND team. We're looking for someone who: Has experience working with vulnerable children or adults. Remains calm under pressure and can manage challenging situations. Is patient, proactive and adaptable. Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one. Why work with Aspire People? Competitive rates of pay. A variety of day-to-day and long-term assignments. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. Opportunities to gain experience across a range of SEND schools and alternative provisions.
If you're ready to take the next step into SEND education and make a positive impact on young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV.
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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