SEMH TA - Full-Time

Remedy Recruitment Group; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Recruitment Group is seeking a Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant for a Primary Provision in Chigwell. You will work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils who have SEMH needs, autism, and trauma-related challenges, supporting their engagement with learning.

The role runs from September 2026 to July 2027. The ideal candidate has a UK degree, emotional intelligence, resilience and adaptability, and a commitment to helping vulnerable students in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a UK university degree.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH or related needs.
• Strong emotional intelligence and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs.
• Support pupils with SEMH, autism, trauma-related difficulties and behavioural issues.
• Assist teachers across a range of subjects and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement and personal growth.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Resilience

Adaptability

One-to-one support

Education

UK university degree

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Chigwell

Contract: September 2026 - July 2027

Are you an emotionally intelligent, flexible, and charismatic individual seeking a role supporting vulnerable children as a SEMH Teaching Assistant?

A rapidly expanding Alternative Provision in Chigwell is seeking a graduate to join their team as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, working with students who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, Autism, trauma‑related difficulties, and behavioural challenges.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you’ll support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to six students, helping them to engage with learning and develop essential life and social skills.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Key responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, trauma‑related difficulties, and behavioural issues
• Assisting teachers across a range of subjects and activities
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement, and personal growth

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to make a real difference to vulnerable secondary students while gaining invaluable school‑based experience.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - We’re looking for:

• A graduate with a degree from a UK University
• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs (voluntary or paid)
• Strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability
• Commitment from September 2026 until July 2027

School Details:

This Primary school is in the heart of Chigwell, close to the high street filled with local shops, cafes, and restaurants.