SEMH Teaching Assistant: 1:1 Support, Growth in Greenwich

GSL Education; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Great working environment

Permanent contract potential

Job summary

GSL Education in Greenwich is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a student with complex SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis in a supportive school environment.

The role runs 8:30 AM to 3:45 PM, is long-term and full-time, with a competitive daily rate (£105–£120). Applicants must have SEN/behavioural support background, be resilient and communicative, and hold an enhanced DBS on update service.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN and behavioural support.
• Ability to provide strategies for SEMH needs.
• Resilient, proactive, and patient personality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• CV covering last ten years with enhanced DBS on update service.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one behavioural and emotional support to a student with complex SEMH needs.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement tailored support strategies.
• Help the student develop coping mechanisms and social skills.
• Encourage engagement in learning activities while fostering emotional well‑being.
• Maintain a structured and nurturing classroom environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Behavioural support

1:1 support

Communication

Job description

GSL Education in Greenwich is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a student with complex SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis in a supportive school environment.

The role runs 8:30 AM to 3:45 PM, is long-term and full-time, with a competitive daily rate (£105–£120). Applicants must have SEN/behavioural support background, be resilient and communicative, and hold an enhanced DBS on update service.