SEMH Teaching Assistant — Transforming Student Wellbeing

Veritas Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the Wandsworth area, starting September. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning and build confidence in a nurturing setting.

Ideal candidates are calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Driving licence and independent travel are essential due to rural location; full-time term-time role with competitive pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEN, ASD, ADHD or additional needs.
• Calm, patient and emotionally intelligent approach.
• Confident in supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive and flexible attitude as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Willingness to travel independently due to rural location.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support students in accessing learning within the classroom and around the school.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people who may have experienced barriers to education.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, wellbeing, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
• Monitor and record student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Calm demeanor

Teamwork

Proactive and flexible

Job description

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the Wandsworth area, starting September. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning and build confidence in a nurturing setting.

Ideal candidates are calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Driving licence and independent travel are essential due to rural location; full-time term-time role with competitive pay