SEMH Teaching Assistant — 1:1 Support, CPD & Perks

Engage Education; Wembley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Get paid in line with national scales

Free CPD sessions

Dedicated consultant

£50 Amazon voucher referral

Wellbeing support

Travel discounts

Retail offers

Job summary

Engage Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in the Brent area to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, adapting materials to meet diverse requirements and help teachers deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.

Ideal candidates demonstrate empathy, patience and excellent communication. Previous SEMH experience is advantageous, and a DBS check plus appropriate qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with SEMH pupils.
• Empathy, patience and strong communication skills.
• DBS check and appropriate qualifications required.
• Proactive team player with safeguarding commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised 1:1 and small group support to SEMH students.
• Help deliver engaging lessons tailored for SEMH needs.
• Support positive behaviour and social development techniques.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and support staff to monitor progress.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

DBS check

Job description

Engage Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in the Brent area to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, adapting materials to meet diverse requirements and help teachers deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.

Ideal candidates demonstrate empathy, patience and excellent communication. Previous SEMH experience is advantageous, and a DBS check plus appropriate qualifications are required.