SEMH Teaching Assistant

Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Newham

Full-time

Salary: £105 - £115 per day, depending on experience

About the role/school

We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Newham. The school provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children of all backgrounds are welcomed. Committed to high standards, the school supports every pupil to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Through a broad and engaging curriculum, children are encouraged to be curious, confident, and compassionate, with a supportive staff team working closely with families and the wider community.

Job Responsibilities

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs in 1:1 or small group settings.

Assist teachers with planning, resources, and differentiated activities.

Encourage positive behaviour, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.

Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals to support children's individual needs.

Qualifications/Experience

To succeed as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will need:

Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs is desirable

Strong communication skills, patience, and a supportive approach

Next steps:

If this SEMH Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.

We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.

With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.

We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work

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