Job Description

🌟 SEMH Teaching Assistant - Lambeth 🌟
Inspire. Support. Empower.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with social, emotional, and mental health needs? Join a supportive and forward-thinking school in Lambeth as a SEMH Teaching Assistant and help shape brighter futures.

📍 Location: Lambeth, South London
📅 Start Date: [Insert date or "ASAP"]
💼 Contract Type: Full-time | Term-time only
💰 Salary: £90-£110 per day (dependent on experience)

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stages 2-4 who face barriers to learning due to social, emotional, or mental health challenges. You'll work closely with class teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals to create a nurturing and structured environment that encourages growth and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to students' individual needs

  • Foster positive relationships and model appropriate behaviours

  • Assist with de-escalation and behaviour management strategies

  • Support classroom activities, both academic and therapeutic

  • Contribute to EHCP reviews and behaviour support plans

About You:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (school or alternative setting preferred)

  • Calm, empathetic, and resilient in challenging situations

  • Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to teamwork

  • A relevant qualification in education, youth work, or psychology is a plus

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Ready to make an impact?
Apply today and help empower young people to overcome challenges and thrive.

👉 To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to olivia.walker@twrecruitment.com