SEMH
Havering
September 2026
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary (Behaviour Support)
SANZA Teaching Agency are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a wonderful primary school in the London borough of Havering. They are seeking a teaching assistant to support students with social, emotional, mental health (SEMH) needs.
As a teaching assistant supporting SEMH, you will provide 1:1 and 1:1 and small-group support to key students.
As a teaching assistant applying for this position, you will ideally have experience using behaviour de-escalation strategies and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches.
The ideal applicant will:
Have previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
Have a solid understanding of behaviour management techniques and de-escalation skills
Have an understanding of Positive Behaviour Support strategies
Be calm, consistent and approachable in nature
Have a strong ability to build trust and maintain consistent boundaries
Next steps:
Click 'Apply now' to apply now for this excellent, rewarding opportunity! Alternatively, more information please contact Lauren McNaught at SANZA Teaching on (phone number removed) (url removed)
Salary description
£100.00 - £110.00 per day