SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH
Location: Merton, South West London
Salary: £93–£100 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start date: 28 September 2026 or ASAP
A nurturing primary school in Merton is seeking a resilient and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
You will work individually and with small groups, helping pupils regulate their emotions, engage with learning and develop positive relationships. The school uses a consistent, relationship-based approach and provides clear strategies to help pupils feel secure and succeed.
Responsibilities
• Providing tailored learning and emotional support
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and structured activities
• Supporting emotional regulation using agreed strategies
• Reinforcing clear routines, boundaries and positive behaviour
• Responding calmly to challenging situations
• Helping pupils manage transitions and unstructured times
• Following individual support and behaviour plans
• Recording observations and sharing progress with relevant staff
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral team
Requirements
• Experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs
• A calm, patient and emotionally resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to manage challenging behaviour consistently
• An understanding that behaviour can communicate an unmet need
• Experience in education, care, youth work or mentoring
• Team Teach or similar training would be advantageous
• An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete one
Benefits
• A rewarding role supporting pupils who need consistency and encouragement
• Guidance from experienced SEND and pastoral staff
• Established behaviour and safeguarding procedures
• Opportunities to develop specialist SEMH experience
• Long-term stability within a supportive school
• Competitive daily pay of £90–£100
Why work via Transparency Education?
Transparency Education is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent support and professional development for teachers and support staff. We offer:
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
• A £150 ‘refer a friend’ bonus once your referral has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), ensuring equal pay to a permanent employee.
• Access to a wide range of CPD training from our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
Application Process: If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact us directly. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training; teacher roles require a formally recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. We will retain your CV and continue to support your search for work in education.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to equality and challenging discrimination, and to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
