SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning?

A specialist secondary SEN/SEMH school in Surrey is looking to appoint a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join its experienced and supportive team this September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEMH, Autism, ADHD and associated learning difficulties, helping them to engage with education, build confidence and achieve their individual goals.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
✅ Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
✅ Work closely with teachers to deliver personalised learning
✅ Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
✅ Encourage independence, resilience and self-confidence
✅ Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and their families where appropriate

We're looking for someone who is:

• Patient, resilient and proactive
• Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
• Experienced in SEN, SEMH, youth work, care or education (desirable but not essential)
• Committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable students

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or someone looking to build a long-term career within specialist education.

📍 Surrey
📅 September Start
💷 Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
📩 Apply today or get in touch to find out more.

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Maths Teacher with TLR | Havering | December 2026

Are you an ambitious Maths Teacher with TLR looking to take the next step in your career? A high-performing secondary school in Havering is seeking a talented Maths Teacher with TLR to join their team from December 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Maths Teacher with TLR who is passionate about delivering outstanding Mathematics lessons while taking on a pastoral leadership responsibility. The successful Maths Teacher with TLR will play a key role in supporting students' academic achievement, wellbeing and personal development within a welcoming and inclusive school community.

The school is part of a highly supportive multi-academy trust, offering excellent collaboration across schools, access to high-quality CPD, and clear opportunities for career progression. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for additional responsibility or an established middle leader seeking a new challenge, this Maths Teacher with TLR role provides the perfect platform to develop your leadership skills.

Why apply for this Maths Teacher with TLR role?

• Outer London Pay Scale + Pastoral TLR
• Outstanding CPD and leadership development opportunities
• Excellent career progression within a successful trust of schools
• Collaborative and supportive Mathematics department
• Easily accessible via the District Line with Upminster station nearby
• Free on-site staff parking available

The ideal Maths Teacher with TLR will hold UK QTS, have strong subject knowledge and be committed to achieving excellent outcomes for all students. The school is looking for a Maths Teacher with TLR who can inspire a love of Mathematics while providing exceptional pastoral care and supporting students to thrive both academically and personally.

This Maths Teacher with TLR opportunity would suit an enthusiastic teacher ready to make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking school that truly invests in its staff.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Maths Teacher with TLR in Havering. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Maths Teacher with TLR role.

Maths Teacher with TLR | Havering | December 2026

SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary School in Braintree

Start Date: September 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity

Are you a versatile, flexible and adaptable SEND Teaching Assistant with excellent communication skills, ready to support pupils with additional needs? Ribbons & Reeves are partnering with a warm, inclusive Secondary School in Braintree seeking a committed SEND TA to join their nurturing, student‑centred support team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a SEND TA who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a school known for its strong pastoral care, high expectations and community‑driven ethos. Previous SEND experience is essential for this role.

About the School (Braintree)

This Braintree Secondary School is proud of its caring, respectful culture and its commitment to helping every student achieve their personal best. As a SEND TA, you will benefit from:

• Strong Pastoral & Wellbeing Support — A calm, safe and supportive environment where students and staff feel valued.

• Clear Routines & Consistent Behaviour Systems — Structures that allow a SEND TA to focus on meaningful support rather than behaviour management.

• Inclusive Values & Community Ethos — Kindness, resilience and responsibility underpin the school culture, enabling a SEND TA to make a genuine impact.

• Broad Curriculum & Enrichment — A rich, ambitious curriculum and strong community links create a vibrant, forward‑thinking school environment.

• Professional Growth — Staff are encouraged to develop, reflect and progress, making this an ideal setting for a SEND TA looking to build a long‑term career in education.

The Role

As a SEND TA, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small‑group support to students with SEND

• Adapt resources and scaffold learning to ensure accessibility

• Work closely with the SENCO, class teachers and wider support team

• Build strong, positive relationships with students

• Support behaviour, engagement and confidence in the classroom

• Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values

This SEND TA role requires someone calm, patient, proactive and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Previous SEND TA experience or similar support capacity is essential.

The Ideal SEND TA

The school is looking for a SEND TA who is:

• Versatile, flexible and adaptable in a fast‑paced secondary environment

• An excellent communicator who builds trust with students and staff

• Experienced in supporting young people with SEND

• Reflective, motivated and eager to develop professionally

• A team player who contributes positively to school life

If you’re ready to take the next step in your education career as a SEND TA in Braintree, apply with your updated CV today.

Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essex’s leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long‑term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’ online — we’d be happy to support your application.

School Receptionist – Wandsworth – September

Are you an organised and personable School Receptionist seeking a permanent opportunity in Wandsworth? This School Receptionist role starts in September within a highly regarded all-through school recognised for its inclusive ethos, exceptional academic standards and outstanding pastoral care.

• School Receptionist – Permanent role starting in September with a salary of up to £30,000 per annum.
• Join a thriving all-through school with over 1,800 pupils from Nursery to Sixth Form, offering a welcoming and supportive working environment.
• Benefit from excellent professional development, modern facilities and the opportunity to work within an experienced administrative team.
• Enjoy a varied School Receptionist role at the heart of a successful school community in Wandsworth.
• As School Receptionist, provide a professional front-of-house service, welcoming visitors, pupils and parents while managing telephone and email enquiries.
• Support the smooth running of the school office through administrative duties, maintaining accurate records and assisting with admissions and attendance processes.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the school.
• The school has approximately 16% of pupils receiving SEN Support and around 3% with an EHCP, with a strong commitment to inclusive education.
• Pupils consistently achieve excellent outcomes, with GCSE and A Level results significantly above national averages and a large proportion progressing to leading universities.
• The successful School Receptionist will have previous administrative or reception experience, excellent IT skills, strong organisational abilities and outstanding communication skills.
• A calm, professional manner, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential for this School Receptionist position.
• This School Receptionist opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to contribute to a vibrant school community in Wandsworth.
• Apply now for this School Receptionist role and become part of an ambitious and supportive school in Wandsworth.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this ‘School Receptionist’ in ‘Wandsworth’. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this ‘School Receptionist’ role.

1:1 Learning Support Assistant – Streatham – September

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to build experience in education and SEND? This 1:1 Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Streatham starts in September and offers £120 per day within a highly regarded all-through academy serving pupils aged 4–18. Known for its inclusive ethos, specialist SEND provision and strong community values, this is an ideal role for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Therapists and Teachers.

• 1:1 Learning Support Assistant – Contract position starting September with pay of £120 per day.
• Join a large, successful all-through academy with approximately 1,740 pupils on roll and a thriving sixth form.
• Benefit from excellent CPD, experienced SEND leadership and opportunities to work alongside specialist professionals.
• Gain invaluable experience supporting pupils with additional needs before progressing into Psychology, Therapy or Teaching careers.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with a strong focus on staff development and wellbeing.
• Based in Streatham, with excellent transport links across South London.
• As a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, provide dedicated support for a pupil with SEND, helping them access learning and achieve personal targets.
• The 1:1 Learning Support Assistant will adapt resources, implement support strategies and promote independence both inside and outside the classroom.
• Approximately 22% of pupils receive SEN Support, while the school also hosts a specialist Speech, Language and Communication provision.
• The successful 1:1 Learning Support Assistant will ideally hold a Psychology degree or a related subject and have a genuine interest in SEND.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with autism, speech and language needs or SEMH needs is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, resilience, patience and a proactive attitude are essential for any 1:1 Learning Support Assistant.
• Pupils achieve positive outcomes, with around 70% achieving Grade 4+ in English and Maths and an Attainment 8 score close to 50.
• This 1:1 Learning Support Assistant role is ideal for graduates seeking meaningful school-based experience in Streatham.
• Apply now to secure a rewarding 1:1 Learning Support Assistant position in Streatham for September.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this ‘1:1 Learning Support Assistant’ in ‘Streatham’. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this ‘1:1 Learning Support Assistant’ role.

Music Teacher | Exceptional School in Hillingdon| September Start

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Music Teacher to join an exceptional secondary school in Hillingdon. This role focuses on KS3/4 Music, offering an exciting opportunity for a Music Teacher to inspire young musicians within one of the highest-performing and most innovative schools in outer London.

This outstanding school is renowned for its academic excellence, consistently achieving top-tier results well above the national average. With a vibrant and ambitious student body, the school has built a reputation for nurturing creativity alongside achievement. The successful applicant will be the sole teacher within the department and will therefore need to be an experienced and confident Music teacher, with at least a couple of years' teaching experience.

As a Music Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons, ensuring students develop their musical skills and creativity in a dynamic and well-resourced environment. The Music Teacher will also play a key role in extracurricular activities, contributing to concerts, ensembles, and school productions that are widely celebrated within the community.

Music Teacher Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and well-structured KS3/4 Music lessons that support students’ musical development
  
  
• Uphold the school’s ethos and exceptionally high expectations both in and beyond the classroom
  
  
• Contribute to the wider school community through outstanding extracurricular music activities and events
  
  
• Assist in curriculum planning to ensure strong continuity and progression in KS3/4 Music
  Support the selection of innovative teaching approaches tailored to different learning needs

Why Join the School?

• A state-of-the-art music department with industry-standard facilities

• Inner London salary: MPS1 £39,000 - £50,000

• An exceptional track record of academic results and student progress

• A culture of high performance, support, and continuous professional development

• Clear and rapid career progression opportunities within a leading school environment

Apply now to become a valued Music Teacher in a thriving Hillingdon school dedicated to excellence in KS3/4 music education.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Music Teacher role in Hillingdon. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Music Teacher role.

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Learning Support Assistant – Secondary School in Chelmsford

Start Date: September 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity

Are you a versatile, flexible and adaptable Learning Support Assistant with excellent communication skills, ready to support pupils with additional needs? Ribbons & Reeves are working with a warm, inclusive Secondary School in Chelmsford seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join their nurturing, student‑centred support team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a school known for its strong pastoral care, high expectations and community‑driven ethos. Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND is essential for this role.

About the School (Chelmsford)

This Chelmsford Secondary School is proud of its caring, respectful culture and its commitment to helping every student achieve their personal best. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will benefit from:

• Strong Pastoral & Wellbeing Support – A safe, calm and supportive environment where students and staff feel valued.

• Clear Routines & Consistent Behaviour Systems – Structures that allow a Learning Support Assistant to focus on meaningful support rather than behaviour management.

• Inclusive Values & Community Ethos – Kindness, resilience and responsibility underpin the school culture, enabling a Learning Support Assistant to make a genuine impact.

• Broad Curriculum & Enrichment – A rich, ambitious curriculum and strong community links create a vibrant, forward‑thinking school environment.

• Professional Growth – Staff are encouraged to develop, reflect and progress, making this an ideal setting for a Learning Support Assistant looking to build a long‑term career in education.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small‑group support to students with SEND

• Adapt resources and scaffold learning to ensure accessibility

• Work closely with the SENCO, class teachers and wider support team

• Build strong, positive relationships with students

• Support behaviour, engagement and confidence in the classroom

• Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values

This Learning Support Assistant role requires someone who is calm, patient, proactive and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Previous experience in a Learning Support Assistant role or similar support capacity is essential.

The Ideal Learning Support Assistant

The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who is:

• Versatile, flexible and adaptable in a fast‑paced secondary environment

• An excellent communicator who builds trust with students and staff

• Experienced in supporting young people with SEND (previous experience is a must)

• Reflective, motivated and eager to develop professionally

• A team player who contributes positively to school life

If you’re ready to take the next step in your education career as a Learning Support Assistant in Chelmsford, apply with your updated CV today.

Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essex’s leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’ online — we’d be happy to support your application.