SEMH Teaching Assistant - Short-Term Role
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £100.0 to £110.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Lambeth, London, SW9 8FR |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4761161_1768381507 |
Summary
Location: Lambeth
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Short-Term (until end of half-term)
Salary: £100 - £110 per day
About the Role:
We are recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist base supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The base currently supports five children in Years 1- 4, and you will provide 1:1 and small group support to help them engage positively with learning.
This is a short-term role, ideal for someone with strong behaviour management skills and a nurturing approach. You will work alongside experienced staff to create a safe, supportive environment where pupils can develop confidence and resilience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with SEMH needs in a specialist base
- Deliver personalised interventions and emotional support
- Manage challenging behaviour calmly and effectively
- Build trust and positive relationships with pupils
- Work closely with teachers and SENDCo
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience supporting SEMH needs
- Strong behaviour management strategies
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Empathy and resilience
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