SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant Bexley

Are you experienced in supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs and looking to make a meaningful impact in a primary school setting?

Join a forward-thinking school in Bexley as a SEMH Teaching Assistant and be part of an exciting new project: the first Primary SEMH provision within a mainstream school in the borough. With a significant intake of pupils planned for September, this is a rare opportunity to help shape provision from the ground up within an Outstanding Two-School Trust.

SEMH Teaching Assistant | Whats on Offer:
Competitive Outer London Salary (TA scale, dependent on experience)
Permanent, full-time role starting in September
36 hours per week, term-time only
Work within a brand-new SEMH provision in a mainstream primary setting
Join a growing team with strong leadership and specialist support
SEMH Teaching Assistant | The Role:
Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs within a primary setting
Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement, and behaviour strategies
Work closely with teachers and the wider team to deliver structured interventions
Help create a safe, consistent and inclusive learning environment
Contribute to pupil progress tracking and pastoral support plans
SEMH Teaching Assistant | Who Were Looking For:
Experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting
Experience in PRUs, Alternative Provisions, or SEN schools is desirable but not essential
A university degree is desirable but not essential
Strong graduates or individuals with a clear interest in SEMH/education are welcome to apply
Calm, resilient and confident when supporting challenging behaviour
Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
Ambition to develop within a specialist provision
Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters, supporting professionals to secure long-term and permanent roles, including this SEMH Teaching Assistant position in Bexley.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Bexley

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bexleyheath

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English