SEMH Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Northolt; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates

Pension contributions

AWR compliance

Free professional training

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd, in partnership with Smart Teachers, is seeking a caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH provision in Northolt, West London. This full-time role supports primary pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, liaising with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to deliver a holistic approach that helps children gain confidence and progress academically. Start date: September 2026. Salary: £500-£510 per week.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH and/or SEND (desirable but not essential)
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable nature
• A genuine commitment to helping children thrive both inside and outside the classroom
• Availability for full-time work (Mon-Fri, 8:15am-4:00pm)

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support across the primary age range
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social interaction
• Supporting children's academic progress alongside their emotional and personal growth
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to deliver a holistic approach

Skills

SEMH experience

Patient and empathetic

Full-time availability

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant
Northolt. West London
£500-£510 per week (depending on experience/qualifications)
Start date: September 2026

Smart Teachers are working in Partnership with an Ofsted rated "Outstanding" Primary SEMH School and are seeking a caring, resilient and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH provision in Northolt, West London. The school supports children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), with a strong focus on helping pupils manage their social, emotional and behavioural needs alongside their academic development.

This is a nurturing, supportive environment where staff work closely together to give every child the chance to flourish, gain confidence, and develop the skills they need for the future.

What the school offers:

• A personalised, creative curriculum that meets the needs of each learner

• Access to specialist support, including therapists and external professionals

• A caring, inclusive culture where staff are valued and supported

• Opportunities for children to build resilience, improve behaviour, and progress towards reintegration into mainstream education where appropriate

Your role will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support across the primary age range

• Encouraging positive behaviour and social interaction

• Supporting children's academic progress alongside their emotional and personal growth

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to deliver a holistic approach

What we're looking for:

• Experience supporting children with SEMH and/or SEND (desirable but not essential)

• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable nature

• A genuine commitment to helping children thrive both inside and outside the classroom

• Availability for full-time work (Monday-Friday, 8:15am-4:00pm)

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using thePay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Pension contributions
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations), to make sure you get thepay andworkingconditionsyou are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, onli