Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant

Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 23000 - 28000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Job Search Place Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support pupils with SEMH needs and help create an inclusive learning environment.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking school in Bexley with a strong leadership team.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and term-time only hours.
  • Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive team.
  • Why this job: Be part of a groundbreaking SEMH provision and make a real difference.
  • Qualifications: Experience with SEMH needs and a passion for education.

The predicted salary is between 23000 - 28000 £ per year.

Are you an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking to take on a key role within a specialist provision? Join a forward-thinking school in Bexley as an Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant and be part of an exciting new project: the first Primary SEMH provision within a mainstream school in the borough. With a significant intake of pupils planned for September, this is a rare opportunity to contribute to a provision being built from the ground up within an Outstanding Two-School Trust.

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive Outer London Salary (TA scale, dependent on experience)
  • Permanent, full-time role starting in June
  • 36 hours per week, term-time only
  • Work within a brand-new SEMH provision in a mainstream primary setting
  • Join a growing team with strong leadership and specialist support

The Role:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs within a primary setting
  • Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement, and behaviour strategies
  • Work closely with teachers and the wider team to deliver structured interventions
  • Help create a safe, consistent and inclusive learning environment
  • Contribute to pupil progress tracking and pastoral support plans

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting
  • Experience in PRUs, Alternative Provisions, or SEN schools is desirable but not essential
  • Strong practitioners with a clear commitment to SEMH and education are encouraged to apply
  • Calm, resilient and confident when supporting challenging behaviour
  • Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
  • Ambition to develop within a specialist provision

Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant employer: Job Search Place Limited

Join a pioneering school in Bexley as an Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant, where you will play a vital role in establishing the first Primary SEMH provision within a mainstream setting. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth and collaboration, offering competitive salaries and a commitment to developing your skills in a rewarding environment dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.

Job Search Place Limited

Contact Details:

Job Search Place Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant

Experience supporting children with SEMH needs
Emotional regulation strategies
Behaviour management strategies
Structured intervention delivery
Pupil progress tracking
Pastoral support planning
Strong communication skills