SEMH Inclusion Support Assistant – Family & School Link

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hill Primary School in London seeks a Family Support Worker and Inclusion Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs. The role blends direct pupil support with family engagement and pastoral work to promote emotional wellbeing and learning both in school and at home.

The post is 35 hours weekly, term time only (39 weeks), NJC for Local Government from Spring term 2027. Salary £26,904 per annum on Scale 1D, Spine Point 3.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families, ideally within a school, SEMH or SEND setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with pupils, families and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH and additional SEND needs to access learning and develop emotional regulation and resilience.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and school staff.
• Provide targeted pastoral and wellbeing interventions to support learning.
• Act as a key link between home and school to promote positive family engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers and external agencies to remove barriers to learning and inclusion.

Job description

West Hill Primary School in London seeks a Family Support Worker and Inclusion Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs. The role blends direct pupil support with family engagement and pastoral work to promote emotional wellbeing and learning both in school and at home.

The post is 35 hours weekly, term time only (39 weeks), NJC for Local Government from Spring term 2027. Salary £26,904 per annum on Scale 1D, Spine Point 3.