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• SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Specialist SEMH Primary School
• Wembley
• Full-time
• September 2026
• £24,500 – 29,500
• Permanent contract
A Specialist school for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and SEND needs are looking for experienced Behaviour Teaching Assistants with experience who can join the school to support their pupils on a long-term basis
The Role
The school are looking for a highly skilled SEMH TA with experience of working with highly complex A.S.D./SEMH pupils. You will be supporting them developing their day to day and academic skills as well as their social emotional needs, in preparation for their transition to secondary education. You will have a timetable to provide interventions and cover classes across the school. As part of your role the school would ideally like to complement the work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities both in and out of school, under an agreed system of supervision that supports the teacher with learning outcomes.
Due to the nature of this role, the school are looking for Teaching Assistants with previous experience supporting pupils with SEMH or complex emotional and behavioural needs. Experience working with students with Autism and non-verbal students would be preferable. Restraint training such as PRICE or de-escalation training is desirable, however, not essential; as PRICE training will be provided.
The School
This small, independent school specialises in providing schooling for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).
The dedicated staff team are committed to providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment that is adaptable to meet each student’s needs. The school offers stability needed to gain an emotional balance and wellbeing support to allow students to develop their self-esteem and a positive attitude to lifelong learning. Alongside the core teaching and support staff are a team of therapist and outreach workers providing the students with a rounded support programme.
The school is based in Wembley and benefits from being part of a larger charity focussed on improving the mental health and well-being of children.
There is an established leadership in place at the school who hold consistently high standards for their staff and there are good opportunities for professional development and career progression within the school.
If you have previous experience support young people with SEMH and behavioural needs and would like the opportunity to work in a supportive and progressive school, please apply immediately with an up-to-date CV outlining your experience.
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
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SEMH Teaching Assistant – Specialist SEMH & Autism School
Esher, Surrey
Full-time (Term Time Only)
Long-term to Permanent Contract
£95 – £105 PAYE per day
ASAP Start
This is a specialist SEMH provision in Esher, Surrey, supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism (ASC), and associated learning and behavioural challenges. The school is part of a highly regarded specialist education group with a strong reputation for therapeutic practice, staff development, and positive outcomes for vulnerable young people.
The leadership team is committed to creating a calm, nurturing, and consistent environment where students can rebuild trust in education and develop the skills they need to succeed both in and beyond school.
The School
This specialist school supports students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 who require a highly personalised approach to learning. Many pupils have experienced disrupted educational journeys, adverse childhood experiences, trauma, anxiety, or difficulties with emotional regulation.
The school places a strong emphasis on relationships, therapeutic support, and understanding behaviour as a form of communication. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every student feels supported, valued, and able to achieve meaningful progress.
Joining this school means becoming part of a dedicated team that genuinely understands the importance of consistency, patience, and positive relationships in helping young people thrive.
What the Role Involves
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups throughout the school day
• Assisting teachers in delivering personalised lessons tailored to students' EHCP outcomes and individual needs
• Helping young people manage their emotions and develop effective regulation strategies
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students who may present with challenging behaviours
• Supporting students during transitions, unstructured periods, and social interactions
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, pastoral teams, and senior leaders to provide consistent support
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, independence, and resilience
• Recording observations, behaviour incidents, and student progress where required
• Participating in staff training, team meetings, and ongoing professional development opportunities
Who Will Thrive in This Role?
We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Experience within schools is beneficial but not essential.
Successful candidates often come from backgrounds such as:
• Youth work
• Behaviour mentoring
• Residential childcare
• Children's services
• Mental health support
• Sports coaching
• Care work
• Youth offending or community support services
The following individuals are often particularly successful in SEMH settings:
• Psychology, Criminology, Education, Sociology, or Social Science graduates
• Individuals with lived experience of SEND, Autism, ADHD, or SEMH
• Teaching Assistants looking to transition from mainstream education into specialist settings
• Professionals who have supported vulnerable or disengaged young people and found the work rewarding
• Calm, resilient, and empathetic individuals who can maintain boundaries while building positive relationships
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