SEMH Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a proactive SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the Kingston area, starting this September. You will provide essential 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs in a nurturing setting.

A calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach is essential to help learners engage with education and regulate emotions. The role involves collaboration with teachers, therapists, and support staff to monitor progress and foster a safe

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH pupils in school settings.
• Ability to deliver 1:1 or small group support.
• Calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with students.
• Capacity to work effectively as part of a school team.
• Experience in care, youth work, or teaching support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for SEMH pupils.
• Support pupils in accessing learning within the classroom and around the school.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have had barriers to education.
• Assist with emotional regulation, wellbeing, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and support staff.
• Monitor and record student progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Contribute to creating a safe, structured learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

SEMH experience

Calm & emotional intelligence

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - September Start - Kingston Area

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are seeking a resilient, empathetic, and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the Kingston area this September.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils who may experience emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, trauma, behavioural challenges, and additional learning needs. You will play a vital role in helping students engage with education, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes in a nurturing and supportive environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support students in accessing learning within the classroom and around the school.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people who may have experienced barriers to education.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, wellbeing, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
• Monitor and record student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• The school is not accessible by public transport, so applicants must be able to travel independently.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEN, ASD, ADHD, or additional needs.
• A calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive and flexible attitude with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience in education, care, youth work, support work, or a related field is desirable.

Important Information

• September Start
• Full-time, term-time position.
• Based in the Kingston area.
• Access to a car is essential due to the school's rural location.
• Competitive pay based on experience.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and dedicated specialist team.
• Make a genuine difference to young people's lives every day.
• Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Gain valuable experience within a specialist SEMH setting.
• Enjoy a rewarding role where no two days are the same.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community