SEMH Support Assistant
Location
South East London, Greater London
Job Type
Part-time
Category
educational-instruction-and-library
Posted
June 22, 2026
We are recruiting for a committed, resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary provision supporting pupils aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a full-time role (Monday to Friday), term time only.
About the Role
This is a varied, hands-on role where you will support teaching and learning across the school. You will work closely with class teachers to help pupils engage with lessons, build confidence and manage their emotions.
On a day-to-day basis, you will:
Support teachers in delivering structured, engaging lessons
Work 1:1 and with small groups to reinforce learning
Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources where needed
Support behaviour management using agreed strategies
Help pupils regulate emotions and stay engaged, particularly during challenging moments
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Support pupils during less structured times of the day...
About the Role
This is a varied, hands-on role where you will support teaching and learning across the school. You will work closely with class teachers to help pupils engage with lessons, build confidence and manage their emotions.
On a day-to-day basis, you will:
Support teachers in delivering structured, engaging lessons
Work 1:1 and with small groups to reinforce learning
Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources where needed
Support behaviour management using agreed strategies
Help pupils regulate emotions and stay engaged, particularly during challenging moments
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Support pupils during less structured times of the day...