SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary Growth & Support

ACADEMICS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 22,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent education and training available

Parking Available

Job summary

ACADEMICS is seeking a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Havering, London. This full-time position offers the opportunity to support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs from KS1 & KS2.

The ideal candidate will provide 1:1 support and have a background in dealing with challenging behaviours. The role is paid between £95 - £120 per day, with the potential for a permanent contract starting in September 2027.

Join a supportive environment that values education and training while working closely with passionate educators.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with challenging behaviour or mental health.
• Ability to support children in KS1 & KS2 with SEMH needs.
• Empathy, enthusiasm and a positive outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with SEMH needs.
• Organise teaching and learning resources.
• Help improve students' academic performance and personal growth.

Skills

Understanding of SEMH needs

Experience with challenging behaviour

Excellent behaviour management

Education

Experience as Teaching Assistant or relevant degree

Job description

ACADEMICS is seeking a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Havering, London. This full-time position offers the opportunity to support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs from KS1 & KS2.

The ideal candidate will provide 1:1 support and have a background in dealing with challenging behaviours. The role is paid between £95 - £120 per day, with the potential for a permanent contract starting in September 2027.

Join a supportive environment that values education and training while working closely with passionate educators.