SEMH Teaching Assistant - Supportive Secondary (KS3-KS4)

Long Term Futures; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

CPD and safeguarding training

Clear registration and compliance

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Merton. The role involves assisting students with SEMH needs across KS3 and KS4, supporting behaviour, promoting inclusion and safeguarding, and collaborating with teaching and pastoral staff to create an engaging learning environment.

Start date is September 2026 (or ASAP). The position is full-time with a temporary-to-permanent contract, offering competitive weekly pay and ongoing CPD

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs.
• Ability to manage behaviour with positive strategies.
• Confidence working with secondary-aged students.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs across KS3 and KS4.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support students in managing behaviour and adapting learning activities.
• Collaborate with SENCO and pastoral staff to implement support plans.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Strong communication

Patience

Job description

Long Term Futures is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Merton. The role involves assisting students with SEMH needs across KS3 and KS4, supporting behaviour, promoting inclusion and safeguarding, and collaborating with teaching and pastoral staff to create an engaging learning environment.

Start date is September 2026 (or ASAP). The position is full-time with a temporary-to-permanent contract, offering competitive weekly pay and ongoing CPD