SEMH Primary Teaching Assistant - Small Class, Calm Impact

UCM Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Education in London is recruiting two Teaching Assistants to join an SEMH school in the London Borough of Hounslow, supporting younger children in a welcoming and supportive environment.

You will work alongside an experienced Teacher and a fellow TA in a small class, typically under 8 pupils, with responsibilities spanning social, emotional and behavioural support, classroom routines, and helping pupils build confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• Patient, resilient and confident when working with SEMH children.
• Previous SEMH/behavioural or additional needs experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEMH needs
• Work with the class Teacher and another Teaching Assistant to provide consistent support
• Build positive relationships with pupils while maintaining clear boundaries and routines
• Support children with their learning, emotional regulation and behaviour
• Help create a calm, safe and structured classroom environment
• Encourage pupils to develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Support the teacher with classroom activities, resources and general Teaching Assistant duties

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Confident communication

Job description

UCM Education in London is recruiting two Teaching Assistants to join an SEMH school in the London Borough of Hounslow, supporting younger children in a welcoming and supportive environment.

You will work alongside an experienced Teacher and a fellow TA in a small class, typically under 8 pupils, with responsibilities spanning social, emotional and behavioural support, classroom routines, and helping pupils build confidence and independence.