SEMH Teaching Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference RN-T655_1763546868
Closing date December 19, 2025
Location Central London, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEMH Teaching Assistant - SEN School in Croydon ???? Location: Croydon ???? Pay: £90-£115 per day ???? Start Date: ASAP ???? Contract: Full-time, long-term

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to make a real difference in a specialist school setting? We are looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a well-established SEN school in Croydon.

What we're looking for:

  • Experience working with children with SEMH needs or in an SEN environment (desired but not essential)

  • A calm, resilient and proactive approach

  • Strong communication and behaviour management skills

  • MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) training - this is an essential requirement for the role

  • Someone who thrives in a supportive, team-focused environment

    • Role responsibilities:

  • Supporting students with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis

  • Assisting the class teacher with daily learning activities

  • Helping create a safe, positive and engaging learning environment

  • Implementing behaviour plans and de-escalation strategies

  • Building strong, trusting relationships with students

    • Why join this school? ✔ Supportive and welcoming team ✔ Excellent training opportunities ✔ A chance to make a real impact every day

    If you're ready to start a rewarding role immediately and support young people who need it most, apply today!

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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