SEMH Teaching Assistant Full-time

Remedy Education; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is assisting a Brentwood primary school in recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, helping pupils engage with learning and develop essential social skills.

The role runs from September 2026 to July 2027, and requires a UK university degree, plus relevant SEMH experience. You will collaborate with teachers to promote positive behaviour and inclusive learning in a supportive

Qualifications

• Graduate with a UK university degree.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for SEMH students.
• Assist teachers across a range of subjects and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and social development in learning activities.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Resilience

Adaptability

1:1 support

Small group support

SEMH experience

Education

UK university degree

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Brentwood

Are you an emotionally intelligent, flexible, and charismatic individual seeking a role supporting vulnerable children as a SEMH Teaching Assistant?

A rapidly expanding Alternative Provision in Brentwood is seeking a graduate to join their team as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, working with students who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, Autism, trauma-related difficulties, and behavioural challenges.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to six students, helping them to engage with learning and develop essential life and social skills.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Key responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, trauma-related difficulties, and behavioural issues
• Assisting teachers across a range of subjects and activities
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement, and personal growthThis SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to make a real difference to vulnerable secondary students while gaining invaluable school-based experience.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - We're looking for:

• A graduate with a degree from a UK University
• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs (voluntary or paid)
• Strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability
• Commitment from September 2026 until July 2027

School Details:

This Primary school is in the heart of Brentwood, close to the high street filled with local shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Remedy specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, in Brentwood.