Job description
Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant – North London
Location: North London (Haringey, Enfield, Barnet, Islington, Camden, and Hackney)
Salary: £100–£110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Day-to-day/ Long term, Full-Time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediate
Are you a graduate looking to build a career in education, psychology, mental health, or youth justice?
GSL Education are recruiting Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistants to work across SEMH schools, alternative provisions, and specialist settings in North London, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, behavioural challenges, trauma backgrounds, and additional learning needs.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with pupils who require structure, consistency, and strong adult relationships.
The Role
As a Grad SEMH TA, you will:
• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Help manage challenging behaviour and emotional regulation
• Support students with engagement, routine, and boundaries
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, behaviour leads, and SENCOs
• Implement behaviour plans and contribute to a positive, structured environment
• Act as a positive role model for pupils who may struggle in mainstream education
Who This Role Is For:
This role is particularly suited to graduates interested in:
• Psychology
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Education
• Youth & Community Work
• Social Work
• Mental Health or Counselling
Previous experience in youth work, mentoring, care, coaching, or support roles is highly desirable but not essential.
What’s on Offer:
• £100–£110 per day, paid weekly
• Full-time, long-term placements
• Excellent exposure to SEMH and behaviour support
• Strong school-based support and mentoring
• Ongoing guidance from a specialist SEN consultant
• Clear pathways into teacher training, psychology routes, or permanent school roles
Locations:
Roles are available across North London, including:
Haringey, Enfield, Barnet, Islington, Camden, and Hackney.
Requirements:
• A completed degree
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK
• Commitment to full-time work
Apply Now!
If you are a graduate looking to gain valuable experience in SEMH settings and build a long-term career in education or mental health, apply today to be considered for immediate and upcoming roles.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the “Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.