SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School
Aspire People • Pendlebury, Greater Manchester • Posted July 22, 2026
Position Overview
**SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School**
**Full-Time | Long-Term Role | Aspire People**
Aspire People are recruiting an experienced **SEMH Teaching Assistant** to support pupils within a primary school who require additional emotional and behavioural support.
This rewarding role is ideal for someone who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure, and help children overcome barriers to learning.
You'll work alongside experienced teachers and the school's SEND team to provide consistent support that enables pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally.
**Your Responsibilities:**
* Supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
* Building trusting and positive relationships with children
* Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
* Delivering structured interventions and 1:1 support
* Encouraging confidence, resilience, and independence
* Working collaboratively w...
**Full-Time | Long-Term Role | Aspire People**
Aspire People are recruiting an experienced **SEMH Teaching Assistant** to support pupils within a primary school who require additional emotional and behavioural support.
This rewarding role is ideal for someone who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure, and help children overcome barriers to learning.
You'll work alongside experienced teachers and the school's SEND team to provide consistent support that enables pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally.
**Your Responsibilities:**
* Supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
* Building trusting and positive relationships with children
* Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
* Delivering structured interventions and 1:1 support
* Encouraging confidence, resilience, and independence
* Working collaboratively w...