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SEMH TEACHING ASSISTANT 

Location: Southwark
Pay: £90 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediate

Join a Team That Changes Lives – Become an SEMH TA Today

Step into a rewarding role where every day brings a chance to make a meaningful difference. This specialist SEN school in Southwark is seeking a committed SEMH TA to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. If you’re resilient, caring, and passionate about helping young people thrive, this SEMH TA opportunity offers both purpose and growth.

As an SEMH TA, you’ll be part of a supportive team working with learners who benefit from calm guidance, clear structure, and positive relationships. Your influence can help students rebuild confidence, improve engagement, and achieve their potential.

Your Role as an SEMH TA Includes:

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.

  • Assisting teachers in delivering adapted, meaningful learning activities.

  • Promoting emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour.

  • Helping create a safe, stable, and supportive classroom environment.

  • Building strong, trusting relationships that enable pupils to engage and grow.

This SEMH TA role is full-time, Monday–Friday, offering consistency for both you and the students you support.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience working with SEMH, SEN, or challenging behaviour (desirable).

  • A patient, empathetic, and solution-focused approach.

  • Strong communication skills and emotional resilience.

  • Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Why This SEMH TA Role Is a Great Next Step:

  • Supportive staff and dedicated leadership.

  • Opportunities to develop skills in behaviour support and SEN.

  • A chance to truly change outcomes for vulnerable young people.

Safeguarding Notice

All applicants must understand safeguarding and child protection procedures. An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one) is required.

If you are ready to begin a meaningful journey as an SEMH TA in Southwark, click apply now to submit your CV and be considered immediately.

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