Teaching Assistant - SEMH Support

Protocol Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education support provider is seeking experienced Teaching Assistants in Greater London to provide 1:1 support for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The ideal candidates will be calm, confident in behaviour management, and dedicated to making a difference in a supportive school environment. This temporary role may lead to a permanent position with competitive rates and professional training opportunities.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free access to CPD Academy

Personal support from a local consultant

Online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Ability to build trust with pupils facing challenges.
• Calm and confident in behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a child with behavioural needs.
• Encourage positive routines and manage transitions.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO.

Skills

Experience with SEMH needs

Behaviour management

Building trust

Job description

Overview

Some children need more than classroom help—they need calm, consistency, and someone who truly sees them.

We’re working with several mainstream primary schools looking for experienced Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. This role is all about connection—helping children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 support for a child with behavioural or emotional needs

• Encouraging positive routines and helping manage transitions

• Using de-escalation techniques and calm strategies when challenges arise

• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to tailor support

Requirements

• Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs (in school or elsewhere)

• Can build trust with pupils who may find learning or social settings difficult

• Are calm, consistent, and confident with behaviour management

• Want to make a difference in a supportive primary school setting

Benefits and Support

• Weekly PAYE pay—no hidden deductions

• FREE access to our CPD Academy, including behaviour and SEN training

• Personal support from a local consultant who understands SEMH roles

• Roles in welcoming schools that value your experience

Not Thrive trained? We’ll sort it for free. This training is a game-changer for SEMH support—and schools love it.

Apply

Apply now to start supporting the pupils who need it most. Or message us to chat through your experience—we’re here to help.

You’re not just there for the lesson—you’re there for the whole child.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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