Level 3 SEMH Teaching Assistant - Thorpe Hall Primary School
| Posting date: | 23 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 June 2026 |
| Location: | London, E17 4DP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 04d08b5b-cd45-469f-87b8-d7519a48eabd |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Vacancy: Level 3 SEMH Teaching Assistant
The Opossum Federation is seeking a dedicated and resilient individual to join the founding team of a brand-new Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) provision at Thorpe Hall Primary School. This is a pivotal initiative designed to provide high-quality, specialised support for pupils with complex needs, with plans to expand the provision to 10 places.
Role Overview
Workplace: Thorpe Hall Primary School, Walthamstow.
Salary: Scale 4 Points 7-11 (Outer London). £30,288 - £32,070 FTE (£26,059.07 - £27,592.26 Pro rata).
Contract: Permanent, 36 hours per week, 44.86 weeks per year.
Start Date: September 2026.
Key Responsibilities
As a key member of this new setting, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher and federation leaders to:
Support & Implementation: Prepare and deliver specialized learning support tailored to pupils with complex SEMH needs and assist in assessing small-step progress.
Behavioral Support: Implement school policies using trauma-informed practice and positive behavior approaches.
Pupil Integration: Support the review of EHCP targets and the reintegration of pupils into mainstream education.
Collaboration: Liaise with families and external professionals (such as CAMHS and EPS) to provide holistic support.
Candidate Requirements
The Opossum Federation is looking for candidates who possess:
Qualifications: A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) and appropriate first aid training.
Experience: Relevant experience in a Primary or Early Years setting. Experience in specialised SEND settings or with SEMH needs is highly desirable.
Knowledge: An understanding of the SEN Code of Practice, EHCP processes, and various therapeutic interventions.
Personal Attributes: Resilience, effective communication skills, and a commitment to promoting high standards of behavior and inclusive education.
How to Apply
Application Method: Download an application pack from any Opossum Federation school website.
Submission: Send completed applications to hr@opossumed.org.
Closing Date: 7th June 2026
Safeguarding Note: All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Candidates must submit a self-disclosure form with their application.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join the Opossum Federation?
Supportive Culture: Benefit from a tailored CPD program, a comprehensive induction for new staff, and a strong focus on staff well-being and workload reduction.
Proven Excellence: Join a family of schools where two are rated 'Outstanding' and two are rated 'Good' by Ofsted.
Modern Resources: Work in a well-resourced environment featuring Google for Education integration and dedicated staff devices.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Vacancy: Level 3 SEMH Teaching Assistant
The Opossum Federation is seeking a dedicated and resilient individual to join the founding team of a brand-new Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) provision at Thorpe Hall Primary School. This is a pivotal initiative designed to provide high-quality, specialised support for pupils with complex needs, with plans to expand the provision to 10 places.
Role Overview
Workplace: Thorpe Hall Primary School, Walthamstow.
Salary: Scale 4 Points 7-11 (Outer London). £30,288 - £32,070 FTE (£26,059.07 - £27,592.26 Pro rata).
Contract: Permanent, 36 hours per week, 44.86 weeks per year.
Start Date: September 2026.
Key Responsibilities
As a key member of this new setting, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher and federation leaders to:
Support & Implementation: Prepare and deliver specialized learning support tailored to pupils with complex SEMH needs and assist in assessing small-step progress.
Behavioral Support: Implement school policies using trauma-informed practice and positive behavior approaches.
Pupil Integration: Support the review of EHCP targets and the reintegration of pupils into mainstream education.
Collaboration: Liaise with families and external professionals (such as CAMHS and EPS) to provide holistic support.
Candidate Requirements
The Opossum Federation is looking for candidates who possess:
Qualifications: A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) and appropriate first aid training.
Experience: Relevant experience in a Primary or Early Years setting. Experience in specialised SEND settings or with SEMH needs is highly desirable.
Knowledge: An understanding of the SEN Code of Practice, EHCP processes, and various therapeutic interventions.
Personal Attributes: Resilience, effective communication skills, and a commitment to promoting high standards of behavior and inclusive education.
How to Apply
Application Method: Download an application pack from any Opossum Federation school website.
Submission: Send completed applications to hr@opossumed.org.
Closing Date: 7th June 2026
Safeguarding Note: All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Candidates must submit a self-disclosure form with their application.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join the Opossum Federation?
Supportive Culture: Benefit from a tailored CPD program, a comprehensive induction for new staff, and a strong focus on staff well-being and workload reduction.
Proven Excellence: Join a family of schools where two are rated 'Outstanding' and two are rated 'Good' by Ofsted.
Modern Resources: Work in a well-resourced environment featuring Google for Education integration and dedicated staff devices.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.