SEMH Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Twickenham is seeking a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support children with social, emotional and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs in English and Maths, and demonstrate strong communication skills and a caring attitude. This role involves delivering high-quality support and interventions within a term-time framework.

Qualifications

• Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Experience of working within Reception and/or KS1 to develop children’s early reading and phonics.
• Willingness to take part in training and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEMH in a specialist provision.
• Deliver high-quality support and interventions.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Caring attitude

ICT skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE English and Maths (grade C or above) or equivalent

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Contract – Temporary, maternity cover
Hours – 29.33 per week / 39 weeks per annum, term time only
Salary – Scale 4 Point 7 (FTE £30,285.00)

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated Teaching Assistant to support children with SEMH in one of our specialist provisions. The successful candidate will be required to deliver high quality support and interventions.

Heathfield is a federated Infant and Junior school where every child feels important, succeeds and aspires to something greater. We are proud of the support we offer to children with SEMH. We have a dedicated team of experienced Teaching Assistants led by our TA Team Leader. We have high expectations of our children with SEMH and work in partnership with families to ensure they achieve their very best. We are actively seeking candidates who are looking to develop their support skills further within a school context.

Key Attributes

• GCSE English and Maths (grade C or above) or equivalent
• Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and organisation skills
• Caring and inclusive attitude towards pupils, parents and staff
• A high standard of literacy and numeracy
• Experience of working within Reception and/or KS1 to develop children’s early reading and phonics
• ICT skills to manage the requirements of the post with confidence
• Good practical skills and an attention to detail
• Willingness to take part in training and personal development

Closing Date: 20th November 2025 at 12pm

Interviews will take place the following week. Visits to the school can be arranged by telephoning. Please note that all applications must be submitted using the application form, CVs will not be accepted.