SEMH Teaching Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Long Term Futures Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil in Thornton Heath. This full-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on a child's educational journey by implementing individualized support plans and fostering emotional security. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children with SEMH needs and a Level 3 TA qualification. Join a supportive team committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable pupils, with competitive daily rates and access to free CPD training.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Free CPD training online

Supportive consultants available 7 days a week

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Understanding of positive behaviour support techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 SEMH support throughout the school day.
• Implement tailored behaviour strategies for self-regulation.

Skills

SEMH support

Behavioural strategies

Emotional regulation

Social inclusion techniques

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support

Location: Thornton Heath, CR7

Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Pay rate: (Apply online only) per day

Long Term Futures are working in partnership with a well-regarded primary school in Thornton Heath (CR7), seeking a skilled and resilient teaching assistant to support a Year 2 pupil on a 1:1 basis. This is a full-time role, starting immediately and continuing until the end of the academic year - with the potential to go permanent for the right person.
You will be supporting a child in Year 2 who presents with SEMH needs, including emotional regulation challenges and difficulties with peer interaction. You'll be working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement an individualised support plan that promotes progress both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent 1:1 SEMH support throughout the school day, based in Year 2.
• Implement tailored behaviour strategies to support self-regulation and concentration in class.
• Liaise with the SENCo and parents to update on progress and needs
• Encourage social inclusion and engagement during lessons and breaks
• Create a calm, structured environment that promotes emotional security and act as a role model to promote positive behaviour.

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working with children with SEMH or behavioural needs
• Level 3 TA qualification or relevant qualification to support children with SEMH needs.
• Experienced TAs are highly encouraged to apply
• Understanding of positive behaviour support techniques
• A passion for supporting vulnerable pupils to thrive

Why work with Long Term Futures?

• Competitive daily rates
• Access to free CPD training online.
• Educator-led agency: we understand the realities of the classroom
• Supportive consultants available 7 days a week

This is an urgent role, and trials are taking place immediately. If you are ready to take the next step in your education career and make a real difference in a child's life, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact Laine for more information on this opportunity.