SEN - Teaching Assistant

Reed; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking energetic Teaching Assistants to support students with SEMH at a South East London school. The role involves using sports and mentoring to engage learners and build confidence.

You'll work with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored learning plans, manage behaviour, and help create a safe, motivating learning environment. Immediate and ongoing starts with competitive daily pay.

Qualifications

• Sports coaching experience.
• Youth work/mentoring or teaching assistant experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, patient, and resilient attitude.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEMH needs both in and out of the classroom.
• Using sports, physical activities, and team-building to encourage engagement.
• Building strong relationships and becoming a positive role model.
• Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Working alongside teachers and therapists to deliver tailored learning plans.
• Helping create a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Sports coaching experience

Youth work mentoring TA experience

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Sports Coaches & Mentors Wanted!

South East London SEMH School

£90 - £110 per day South East London Full-Time Immediate & Ongoing Starts

Can you motivate young people both on and off the pitch?

We're looking for energetic, resilient, and passionate individuals to join a fantastic SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) school in South East London as a Teaching Assistant.

This role is perfect for Sports Coaches, Youth Workers, Behaviour Mentors, Personal Trainers, or anyone who thrives on building positive relationships and inspiring young people to succeed.

No two days are the same. You'll use your ability to engage, motivate, and mentor students who may have faced challenges in mainstream education, helping them build confidence, develop social skills, and achieve their potential.

What You'll Be Doing:

Supporting students with SEMH needs both in and out of the classroom

Using sports, physical activities, and team-building exercises to encourage engagement

Building strong relationships and becoming a positive role model

Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation

Working alongside teachers and therapists to deliver tailored learning plans

Helping create a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment

We're Looking For:

Sports Coaching experience

Youth Work, Mentoring, Support Work, or Teaching Assistant experience

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

A calm, patient, and resilient attitude

A genuine passion for supporting young people

Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Apply?

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing training and professional development

Progression opportunities within SEND and Education

Rewarding role where you'll genuinely change lives

Supportive leadership team and welcoming staff

If you're looking for more than just a job and want to make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or send your CV to discuss the role further.