SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant | Islington

Are you a recent Graduate looking to take the next step towards your career as a SEMH Teaching Assistant?

A student focused school in Islington is looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their exceptional team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to gain valuable first-hand experience supporting KS3, KS4 and KS5 students with a range of SEMH needs.

SEMH Teaching Assistant – The Role

A calm and consistent SEMH Teaching Assistant who will promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Deliver 1:1 mentoring and support sessions for learners who require additional interventions
Support learners to develop emotional resilience, self-regulation, confidence and positive engagement to learning
A SEMH Teaching Assistant with a strong desire to develop professionally and pursue a career in education

SEMH Teaching Assistant – You Will

Build positive, trusting and supportive relationships with learners with complex SEMH needs
Have strong communication and organisational skills
Demonstrate patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to supporting young people
A SEMH Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting students with SEND and SEMH needs

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Why This School

A clear pathway for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to develop their skills and grow professionally
The opportunity to work alongside SEN professionals and educational psychologists
A strong and supportive leadership team, passionate about staff and students wellbeing

If you are a SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, and you are passionate about making a positive difference to young people's lives, 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 Islington. 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.

SEMH Teaching Assistant | Islington

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Highbury

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-10-2026

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