Teaching Assistant

Location: Greater London

SEMH Support Teaching Assistant - Lambeth

Role: SEMH Support Teaching Assistant

Location:

Lambeth (near Tulse Hill Station)

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract:

Full-time, long-term
Pay: £100-£120 per day
Year Group:
Year 2
School Type:
Mainstream primary

About the Role

A Lambeth mainstream primary school with high inclusion needs is seeking a skilled SEMH Support Teaching Assistant to work one-to-one with a Year 2 pupil displaying significant emotional and behavioural needs linked to early trauma.

The pupil struggles with transitions, emotional regulation, and remaining in class for extended periods. The role involves consistent one-to-one support, structured routines, and close collaboration with the SENCo and pastoral team.

This is a hard-to-fill position requiring someone confident, emotionally intelligent, and experienced in SEMH support within a mainstream setting.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is keen to appoint an SEMH Support Teaching Assistant who:

Has prior experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs

Is confident using trauma-informed approaches

Can manage challenging behaviour safely and calmly

Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils

Understands safeguarding and professional boundaries

What the School Offers

Clear behaviour strategies and leadership backing

Regular check-ins and pastoral support

A school culture that prioritises inclusion

If you're an experienced SEMH Support Teaching Assistant ready for a challenging Lambeth role, apply today to be considered quickly.

Reeson

Education:

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At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay