Jobs in London - SEMH Teaching Assistant • North West London

Company: SENDhelp Limited

North West London

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Wembley (Minimum 1 Year of SEMH Experience Required) Are you an experienced professional with a background in Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) support? Do you want to work in a school that values your dedication and expertise? SENDhelp is partnering with a supportive school in Wembley to recruit a skilled and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant who has at least 12 months' experience supporting students with SEMH and behavioural needs. If you're passionate about helping young people overcome emotional barriers and reach their potential, this is the opportunity for you. Why Become an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wembley? ✅ Real Impact - Use your experience to make a measurable difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs. ✅ Supportive School Team - Join a welcoming and well-resourced school in Wembley that prioritises inclusion, mental health, and teamwork. ✅ Stable, Long-Term Role - Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with consistent hours and a long-term commitment. ✅ Professional Growth - Work alongside SENCOs, therapists, and behaviour specialists, with opportunities for CPD and SEN training. ✅ PAYE Weekly Pay - No umbrella companies, no hidden deductions. What You'll Be Doing as an SEMH Teaching Assistant: Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. Implement strategies to improve emotional regulation, resilience, and behaviour management. Assist the class teacher in creating a calm, structured, and engaging classroom environment. Collaborate with SENCOs and external professionals to track student progress. Use your knowledge of trauma-informed practice and de-escalation to support pupils effectively. What We're Looking For: To be successful in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Wembley, you must have: ✅ A minimum of 1 year's experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs-ideally in a school, PRU, or alternative provision setting. ✅ A calm, empathetic, and non-judgemental approach to supporting behaviour. ✅ The ability to remain consistent and build strong, trusting relationships with students who may have experienced trauma, exclusion, or instability. ✅ Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with staff, families, and external agencies. ✅ A genuine passion for improving the life chances of vulnerable young people. Ready to Take the Next Step? This is an exciting opportunity to apply your SEMH expertise in a meaningful, long-term role in Wembley. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and help students thrive emotionally and academically, apply today. SEMH Teaching Assistant - Wembley | 1+ Year SEMH Experience Required As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct. All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy. SENDhelp is an equal opportunities employer.