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SEMH Support Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 13 January 2026
Salary: £95.00 to £110.00 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 12 February 2026
Location: SE1 1AA
Remote working: On-site only
Company: JobsinED Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: SEMHSUPPORTASSI-260113-8908

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Summary

SEMH Support Assistant – Transformative Support Role in Southwark

Take the next bold step in your education career as a SEMH Support Assistant, making a measurable difference in students’ lives at one of Southwark’s most forward-thinking schools. This is an unmissable opportunity for high-calibre graduates who are passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs — aspiring teachers, psychologists and SEN specialists eager to create real change are especially encouraged to apply.

Join an ambitious and inclusive Southwark setting where you’ll develop standout expertise in SEMH provision. As a SEMH Support Assistant, immerse yourself in an environment that fosters deep professional growth and genuine impact, with state-of-the-art resources, continuous CPD, and inspirational colleagues driving excellence at every turn. Graduates here leave transformed, equipped with the experience and confidence to excel in education, psychology, or specialist support roles.

Key Highlights:
• SEMH Support Assistant – direct, life-changing work each day
• £95 • £110 Per Day – exceptional daily rate for your expertise
• Vibrant Southwark location – easy access to London networks
• Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – setting the benchmark for support
• Access to renowned CPD and accelerated progression pathways
• Perfect for high-achieving grads, aspiring teachers or psychologists, SEMH/SEN specialists
• Purpose-built inclusion spaces, therapy zones, and collaborative teams
• Champion a values-driven, innovative educational culture

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions for pupils with SEMH needs
• Collaborating with therapy and teaching teams to craft bespoke support plans
• Empowering students to unlock their confidence, motivation, and resilience
• Tracking pupil progress, providing high-quality feedback to staff and families
• Leading on classroom routines, group activities, and restorative systems
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation using specialist strategies
• Advocating for pupils’ holistic well-being within a truly nurturing school community

Ideal SEMH Support Assistant for this Southwark School:
• First-class degree (2:1 or above) with strong academic credentials
• Ambitious, driven and empathetic – with a genuine passion for education
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, SEN specialist, or related pathway
• Committed to championing inclusion, diversity and individual student growth
• Resilient, proactive, and inspires trust across all ages
• Superb communication and relationship-building skills
• Eager to learn from top-tier educators and multi-agency professionals

Why Join This Southwark School?:
• Immerse yourself in a flagship SEMH support school at the heart of London
• Thrive in a high-impact, values-centred, and deeply supportive staff culture
• Benefit from world-class professional development and mentorship
• Progress fast – graduates often promoted to trainee teacher or leadership roles
• Work in inspiring new facilities designed for SEMH excellence
• Collaborate daily with forward-thinking SENCOs, therapists, and leaders
• Make a long-lasting difference in a diverse, vibrant community

Ready to spark change as a SEMH Support Assistant? This unique Southwark opportunity offers unrivalled experience and personal growth for future educators and psychologists. Immediate interviews available – don’t delay your application if you want to stand out as a graduate on the fast-track to impact.

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