Job title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: SEND Teaching and Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: London, UK
Job published: 05-09-2025
Job ID: 109242

Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant | Waltham Forest | September Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs?

 

Join a dynamic primary school in Waltham Forest, as an SEMH Teaching Assistant. This rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to work with primary-aged pupils and make a meaningful impact.

 

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
  • Helping pupils develop confidence, resilience, and essential social skills.
  • Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and other specialists to implement tailored interventions.

 

This role as an SEMH Teaching Assistant offers fantastic opportunities for personal and professional growth. Whether you’re experienced or looking to start your career, becoming an SEMH Teaching Assistant could be the ideal first step on a fulfilling journey.

 

Why Join Us as an SEMH Teaching Assistant?

  • Gain valuable experience working alongside educational psychologists and counsellors.
  • Access tailored professional development and career progression opportunities.
  • Make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with SEMH needs.

 

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and proactive individual ready to embrace this SEMH Teaching Assistant position and support primary-aged pupils to thrive both academically and personally.

 

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 SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Waltham Forest. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEMH Teaching Assistant role.