SEMH Teaching Assistant

Remedy Education; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is seeking a graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with SEMH needs in Epping. The role involves working with pupils who present SEMH needs, Autism, trauma-related difficulties and behavioural challenges in a rapidly expanding Alternative Provision.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, assist teachers across subjects, and help promote positive behaviour and personal growth from September 2026 until July 2027.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Epping

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 Epping 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.

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

Commitment from September 2026 until July 2027

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 Epping, close to the high street filled with local shops, cafes, and restaurants.