SEMH Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support - Lambeth

📍 Location: Lambeth, South London
📅 Start Date: Immediate
⏰ Contract Type: Full-time, long-term

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
We are working with a supportive secondary school in Lambeth who are seeking a skilled and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This role involves providing 1:1 and small group behaviour support for students in KS3 and KS4, many of whom have behavioural needs and EHCPs related to SEMH. You will work closely with the SENCO and behaviour team to implement strategies that help students regulate emotions, engage in lessons, and develop positive relationships in school.

🔹 The ideal candidate will have:

Experience working with students with SEMH or behavioural needs

A calm, patient and consistent approach

The ability to build rapport and manage challenging behaviour

A strong understanding of safeguarding and de-escalation techniques

Team Teach training (desirable but not essential)

🔹 In return, the school offers:

A supportive and welcoming team with strong pastoral structures

Ongoing training and development opportunities

The chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people

💬 Interested?
Apply today or email your CV to Aaron at Empowering Learning to find out more.

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