SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
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| Salary: | £100 to £117 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | RM11 3YD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 3 Nov 2026 |
Summary
SEMH Teaching Assistant - East London
£100-£117 per day | Full-Time | Immediate Start
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong background supporting children and young people with SEMH and behavioural needs?
We are currently looking for a confident and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a school in East London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence, emotional regulation and independence.
The role will involve:
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Providing 1:1 and small-group support
Providing 1:1 and small-group support
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Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
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Helping pupils manage emotions and behaviour
Helping pupils manage emotions and behaviour
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Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
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Encouraging engagement, confidence and independence
Encouraging engagement, confidence and independence
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Supporting pupils to access learning
Supporting pupils to access learning
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Working closely with teachers and support staff
Working closely with teachers and support staff
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Creating a calm, safe and positive learning environment
Creating a calm, safe and positive learning environment
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH
Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH
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Strong behaviour management skills
Strong behaviour management skills
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A calm, patient and consistent approach
A calm, patient and consistent approach
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Experience supporting challenging behaviour
Experience supporting challenging behaviour
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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A genuine passion for supporting young people
A genuine passion for supporting young people
Locations: Stratford, Plaistow, Newham, Bow, Canning Town, Forest Gate, East Ham, Tower Hamlets and surrounding areas.
Immediate start available.
If you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, apply today