SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 28/10/26About the Role
A well-established school in South London is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to primary pupils. This specialist SEN setting focuses on nurturing children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We are looking for passionate individuals for various contract types, including long-term, short-term, daily supply, and permanent positions, with an immediate start available. The role offers a competitive daily rate ranging from £95 to £120, reflecting your invaluable contribution to pupil well-being and development.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils experiencing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
* Implement effective de-escalation strategies to maintain a calm and positive learning environment.
* Mentor individual pupils, fostering resilience and promoting positive behavioural choices.
* Build strong, trusting relationships with children, encouraging their personal and academic growth.
* Assist in the delivery of engaging educational activities, adapting to individual learning styles.
* Collaborate closely with class teachers and other professionals to ensure comprehensive pupil support.
About You
* You possess a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children with complex SEMH needs.
* Demonstrable experience working within a specialist SEN or primary setting is highly desirable.
* You are patient, resilient, and capable of responding calmly to challenging situations.
* An understanding of effective de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies is essential.
* You are an excellent communicator, able to build rapport with pupils, staff, and parents.
* You are proactive, adaptable, and committed to making a positive difference in children's lives.
Why Join
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive and dedicated community committed to making a profound impact on young lives. You will benefit from a collaborative environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth, while experiencing the immense satisfaction of empowering pupils to thrive.
A well-established school in South London is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to primary pupils. This specialist SEN setting focuses on nurturing children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We are looking for passionate individuals for various contract types, including long-term, short-term, daily supply, and permanent positions, with an immediate start available. The role offers a competitive daily rate ranging from £95 to £120, reflecting your invaluable contribution to pupil well-being and development.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils experiencing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
* Implement effective de-escalation strategies to maintain a calm and positive learning environment.
* Mentor individual pupils, fostering resilience and promoting positive behavioural choices.
* Build strong, trusting relationships with children, encouraging their personal and academic growth.
* Assist in the delivery of engaging educational activities, adapting to individual learning styles.
* Collaborate closely with class teachers and other professionals to ensure comprehensive pupil support.
About You
* You possess a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children with complex SEMH needs.
* Demonstrable experience working within a specialist SEN or primary setting is highly desirable.
* You are patient, resilient, and capable of responding calmly to challenging situations.
* An understanding of effective de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies is essential.
* You are an excellent communicator, able to build rapport with pupils, staff, and parents.
* You are proactive, adaptable, and committed to making a positive difference in children's lives.
Why Join
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive and dedicated community committed to making a profound impact on young lives. You will benefit from a collaborative environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth, while experiencing the immense satisfaction of empowering pupils to thrive.
Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.
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