SEMH Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant in Lambeth, London. This full-time role requires supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The position offers structured hours and ongoing training, allowing you to make a positive impact in education.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and training in SEMH

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a classroom setting.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 16+ with emotional regulation and behaviour management.
• Build trust and promote engagement.
• Help learners manage behaviour positively.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Enhanced Child & Adult DBS

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Challenging Behaviours) Location: Lambeth, London Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday Working Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Start Date: September 2025 Are you a resilient, empathetic professional with experience supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs? A college in Lambeth is seeking a confident and committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to work with young people who present with challenging behaviours. About the Role: This is a full-time, classroom-based role supporting students aged 16+ who require emotional regulation, structure, and consistent boundaries. You’ll play a key role in building trust, promoting engagement, and helping learners manage behaviour positively. Key Requirements: • Proven experience in a classroom setting, working with SEMH or behaviourally complex students • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills • A valid Enhanced Child & Adult DBS (or willingness to apply) • Patient, consistent, and confident in high-pressure situations • Understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding We Offer: • A supportive and experienced team • Ongoing CPD and training in SEMH, behaviour strategies, and mental health • A chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable learners • Structured working hours: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday To Apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [e-mail]!

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Emily Baker on 020 7580 2956 l Ext 1052.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Emily Baker

Telephone: [phone] l Ext 1052