SEMH Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference RN-T425_1763638981
Closing date December 20, 2025
Location South West London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Teaching Assistant Needed - Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), Wandsworth Start Date: ASAP | Daily Rate: £100-£115

Are you a calm, resilient and supportive individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? A dedicated Pupil Referral Unit in Wandsworth is seeking a compassionate and proactive Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately.

The Role

You will be supporting students who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support

  • Helping to create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment

  • Supporting students with behavioural, emotional and social needs

  • Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management

  • About You

    We're looking for someone who is:

  • Patient, empathetic and resilient

  • Able to build positive relationships with young people

  • Confident in managing challenging behaviour

  • Passionate about helping students re-engage with learning

  • Available to start ASAP

  • Pay

    Daily rate: £100-£115, depending on experience.

    Location

    Wandsworth, London

    If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, apply now and join a dedicated team committed to supporting every learner's journey. Please call Ryan at Veritas on 0203 026 6150!

    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.'