SEMH Teaching Assistant in Primary Schools

TN United Kingdom; Southwark; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to make a real difference in the lives of children in Southwark's primary schools. This role involves providing nurturing support to students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them thrive both emotionally and academically. You will collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement effective strategies, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for every child. If you are patient, caring, and ready to inspire young minds, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Access to high-quality training and CPD

Choice and flexibility in work schedule

Support from friendly local consultants

Opportunity for short-term and long-term roles

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs in a primary setting.
• A nurturing, consistent, and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children who may struggle with confidence.
• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to build resilience and self-esteem.

Skills

Experience with SEMH needs

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Nurturing approach

Education

Relevant qualifications for working with children

Job description

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SEMH Teaching Assistant in Primary Schools, Southwark

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Southwark, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Make a Real Difference in Southwark – Become a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Primary Schools!
Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Mainstream Primary Schools in Southwark
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: ASAP or when you're ready

Do you have a passion for helping young children thrive emotionally and socially? Are you patient, caring, and ready to support pupils who need a little extra help navigating the school day? Then Protocol Education wants to hear from YOU!

We’re partnering with a number of fantastic mainstream primary schools across Southwark who are looking for SEMH Teaching Assistants to provide nurturing, targeted support to pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Your Role as a SEMH TA in Primary:
Build positive, trusting relationships with children who may struggle with confidence, behaviour, or anxiety
Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to build resilience, self-esteem and emotional understanding
️ Implement behaviour and wellbeing strategies to support learning and reduce disruption
Collaborate with class teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to meet each child’s unique needs
Foster a safe, calm, and supportive environment where every child can succeed

We’re Looking For:
Experience working with children with SEMH needs, ideally in a primary setting
A nurturing, consistent, and proactive approach
Great communication and teamwork skills
A strong desire to make a real difference in young lives
A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

Why Work with Protocol Education in Southwark?
Choice and flexibility – work when and where suits YOU
Access to high-quality training and CPD
Friendly local consultants who know Southwark schools inside out
A variety of short-term and long-term roles to suit you
The chance to help children grow emotionally and academically

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to be a role model, a listener, a guide, and a champion for children who need you most.

Apply today and start changing lives in Southwark’s wonderful primary schools!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

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