SEN TA – SEMH & Behaviour Support

Location: Thornton Heath, Croydon, Greater London
Salary: £90 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: Immediate Start

Do you have the confidence and resilience to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
A specialist SEN school in Thornton Heath is seeking a proactive and patient Teaching Assistant to support KS2 students with SEMH needs, including anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related behaviours.

The Role:

You will support students who require additional emotional and behavioural support, helping them develop self-regulation and positive coping strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide classroom and one-to-one support for students with SEMH needs.
  • Implement de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies.
  • Encourage students to engage positively with learning and social activities.
  • Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies to support student progress.
  • Help students develop emotional regulation and resilience.

About You:

  • Experience working with children with SEMH needs is desirable.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A calm, patient, and proactive approach to behaviour support.
  • Ability to work well in a team and follow behaviour management plans.

What We Offer:

  • A well-supported SEMH school environment with ongoing training.
  • Direct pay—no umbrella companies—so you retain more of your earnings.
  • Career development opportunities in SEN and mental health support.

Apply today with your full CV to be considered for this SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant position.

Job Category: 1:1 Teaching Assistant SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Croydon thornton heath

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