SEMH Secondary Teaching Assistant — Support & Impact

Senploy; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is seeking a resilient Female Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH secondary setting in Islington. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, helping with emotional regulation and engagement in learning.

This long-term position offers consistency, ongoing professional development and close collaboration with teachers and support staff to create a safe, structured learning environment.

Qualifications

• Has experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH or additional needs.
• Demonstrates calm, patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Can build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Is confident using behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Supporting secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students
• Supporting emotional regulation, engagement and participation in learning
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff
• Helping to maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation techniques

Empathy

Relationship building

Patience

Job description

Remedy Education is seeking a resilient Female Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH secondary setting in Islington. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, helping with emotional regulation and engagement in learning.

This long-term position offers consistency, ongoing professional development and close collaboration with teachers and support staff to create a safe, structured learning environment.