Job title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Independent
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Redbridge, East London
Job published: 08-09-2026
Job ID: 124054

Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

 

Have you Graduated from a top 10 UK University and looking to take the next step in your career as SEMH Teaching Assistant?

 

A student focused School in Redbridge are looking for an enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their exceptional team working across KS3 to KS5. This is a fantastic opportunity for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to gain valuable first-hand experience with SEMH needs.

 

SEMH Teaching Assistant – The Role

  • Providing pastoral support, guidance and encouragement to students
  • Assisting with the day-to-day organisation and smooth running of the school
  • Supporting students to develop positive behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence and self-esteem
  • SEMH Teaching Assistant providing 1:1 support

 

SEMH Teaching Assistant – You Will

  • A strong understanding of social, emotional and mental health needs
  • Strong behaviour management and relationship building kills
  • The ability to remain calm, patient and professional in challenging situations
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

 

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Why This School

  • A clear pathway for SEMH Teaching Assistant to develop their skills and grow professionally
  • The chance to work closely with Teachers and SENCo
  • An ‘Exceptional’ School in Redbridge

 

If this SEMH Teaching Assistant role sounds like the opportunity you are looking for in your career, we would love to hear from you!

 

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 SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Redbridge. 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.