SEMH Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Enfield; On-site; GBP 899,000 - 1,065,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education seeks a Psychology Graduate for an SEMH Teaching Assistant role in an Enfield school. This full-time position focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH needs and helping them engage with learning.

Ideal candidates are psychology graduates, especially those with a BPS-accredited degree, who are motivated to pursue Educational or Clinical Psychology. The role offers hands-on experience alongside SEN and pastoral professionals in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates with a focus on Educational or Clinical psychology are encouraged to apply.
• Experience or interest in supporting pupils with SEMH needs is beneficial.
• Ability to provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils engage positively with education.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges.
• Develop practical behaviour-support strategies within the classroom.

Skills

Psychology Graduate

SEMH

Behaviour management

1:1 support

Education

BPS-accredited degree

Job description

Psychology Graduate Required for an SEMH Teaching Assistant Role - Perfect for an Aspiring Educational or Clinical Psychologist!

Are you a confident, friendly and personable Psychology Graduate aspiring to become an Educational or Clinical Psychologist?

Have you recently graduated and are looking to kick-start your psychology-related career while gaining valuable hands-on experience working with children and young people?

Our partner school in Enfield is looking for a passionate, caring and empathetic SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology Graduate to gain meaningful experience within a school environment, develop their understanding of child development and behaviour, and work alongside experienced SEN and pastoral professionals.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who may require additional emotional, behavioural and academic support, helping them develop confidence, resilience and positive relationships.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Job Details:

• SEMH Teaching Assistant role available on a full-time basis
• £380-£450 per week PAYE
• Enfield-based secondary/specialist school
• Psychology Graduates, particularly those with a BPS-accredited degree, are encouraged to apply
• Work alongside experienced SEN professionals, teachers and pastoral staff
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges and additional learning needs
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils engage positively with education
• Develop valuable experience relevant to a future career in Educational or Clinical Psychology
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs

The role would suit a motivated SEMH Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

You'll have the opportunity to build strong relationships with pupils, develop practical behaviour-support strategies and gain an insight into the wider SEN and pastoral support network within a school.