SEMH Teaching Assistant

Overview

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Alternative Provision Support

Location:

Bexley

Contract:

November 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)

Are you an emotionally intelligent, flexible, and charismatic individual seeking a role supporting vulnerable children as a SEMH Teaching Assistant
?

A rapidly expanding Alternative Provision in Bexley is seeking a graduate to join their team as a SEMH Teaching Assistant
, working with students who present with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, Autism, trauma-related difficulties, and behavioural challenges.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant
, you’ll support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to six students, helping them to engage with learning and develop essential life and social skills.

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, trauma-related difficulties, and behavioural issues
• Assisting teachers across a range of subjects and activities
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement, and personal growth

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to make a real difference to vulnerable secondary students while gaining invaluable school-based experience.

• A graduate with a degree from a UK University
• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs (voluntary or paid)
• Strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability
• Commitment from ASAP until July 2026

School Details:

This Alternative Provision is located just two minutes from the heart of Bexley, close to the high street filled with local shops, cafes, and restaurants. The school provides exceptional facilities including individual iPads for every student.

Apply today to join this fantastic provision as a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Bexley.