SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location
Teddington, England
Job Type
Contract
Category
Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Posted
June 18, 2026
Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Teddington, Greater London Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:30?am?–?4:00?pm Salary: Paid to scale Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated SEM-EM (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to support the delivery of a high-quality, inclusive curriculum for students with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Working closely with class teachers and senior staff, you will help create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils, reinforcing coping strategies and classroom routines. • Implement personalised behaviour-management plans and de-escalation techniques. • Assist in preparing and adapting learning resources to meet individual needs. • Record observations of pupil progress and contribute to SEMH reviews and IEP updates. • Foster positive relationships with students, families, and external agencies. • Uphold safeguarding policies and ...