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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 05 January 2026
Salary: £104 to £115 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 01 February 2026
Location: Chingford, London
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 198838

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Summary

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Waltham Forest
Full Time | Term Time Only | ASAP Start
Up to £115 per day | Long Term Role (Temp to Perm)

We are working with an inclusive and supportive secondary school in Waltham Forest to recruit a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

This is a rewarding role for someone confident supporting young people who require emotional regulation, behaviour guidance, and consistent support to re-engage with learning. The school has a strong pastoral structure and provides excellent support for staff in long-term roles.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group SEMH support across KS3 and KS4
- Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement
- Implement behaviour and support plans in line with school policy
- Work closely with the SENCo, pastoral team and class teachers
- Promote positive behaviour, inclusion and resilience
- Support students during lessons and unstructured times

Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience supporting students with SEMH or challenging behaviour
- A calm, resilient and consistent approach
- Confidence working in a secondary school environment
- Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour strategies
- Background in SEN support, youth work, mentoring or care (desirable)

Location and Transport - Waltham Forest, East London
- Accessible via Walthamstow Central, Leyton, Leytonstone, Chingford
- Good transport links via Victoria Line, Overground and local buses
- On-site parking available

Why Work with Long Term Futures
- Weekly pay - up to £115 per day
- Free CPD including SEMH strategies, de-escalation training and safeguarding
- Long-term temp-to-perm placements only - no daily supply
- Progression opportunities into Behaviour Mentor, Inclusion Support or Pastoral roles
- Dedicated consultant support from secondary and SEND specialists

If you're passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to make a real impact in a Waltham Forest secondary school, apply today with Long Term Futures.

SEMH TA, Behaviour Support, Secondary School, KS3, KS4, Waltham Forest

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