SEMH Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Richmond; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Richmond is recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The role involves one-to-one and small group support, helping students engage and progress within a supportive school setting.

The ideal candidate will be patient, resilient and have strong communication skills, with an Enhanced DBS preferred or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• DBS check preferred or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Support students in managing emotions and behaviour positively.
• Create a safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support outcomes.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Compassionate

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant | Richmond | £92.63 - £100 per Day | Immediate Start Available

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you a patient, resilient, and compassionate individual looking to support young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Richmond, helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional emotional and behavioural support, both within the classroom and on a one-to-one basis. You'll play a vital role in promoting positive behaviour, improving engagement, and building students' confidence and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Support students in managing their emotions and behaviour positively.
• Help create a safe, supportive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Encourage social development, independence, and self-confidence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure the best outcomes for students.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs.

A calm, patient, and resilient approach.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Ability to manage challenging situations professionally and effectively.

Previous experience in education, youth work, mentoring, support work, care, or sports coaching is highly desirable.

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is preferred, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £92.63 - £100 per day.
• Full-time and long-term opportunities available.
• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Valuable experience working within a specialist education setting.
• The chance to genuinely impact the lives of young people.

Location

Richmond, South West London

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Richmond
Pay: £92.63 - £100 per day
Contract: Full-Time / Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP
DBS: Enhanced DBS required or willingness to obtain one
Sector: Education & Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Perfect for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, support workers, sports coaches, and experienced teaching assistants looking to build a rewarding career in education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.