Jobs in Thornton Heath

SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary School
Location: Lambeth, SW2
Start Date: September 2026
Interviews: Taking place ASAP
Pay: £108.35 per day
SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Position A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lambeth (SW2) is seeking a dedicated SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. The school is interviewing suitable candidates immediately and is looking to appoint a committed individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
This rewarding role will involve providing 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the pupil access learning, regulate emotions and develop positive relationships within the school environment.
The Role
Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with ASC and SEMH needs.
Supporting the pupil both inside and outside of the classroom.
Implementing behaviour management strategies and promoting positive engagement.
Assisting with emotional regulation and social development.
Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals.
Supporting the pupil with aspects of personal care when required.
Creating a safe, nurturing and structured environment that enables the pupil to thrive.The Ideal Candidate
Experience supporting children with ASC, SEMH or other additional needs.
Confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner.
Resilient, patient and able to build positive, trusting relationships.
Comfortable supporting personal care needs when necessary.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A background in education, youth work, mentoring, care or support work would be advantageous.About the School This friendly and supportive primary school prides itself on its inclusive approach and commitment to meeting the needs of every child. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the personalised support they need to succeed both academically and emotionally.
The school has found that this pupil responds particularly well to positive role modelling, strong relationship-building and consistent boundaries. Applications are therefore welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate these qualities and provide a confident, nurturing presence, regardless of background.
What We Offer
Competitive daily rate of £108.35 per day.
Full-time position starting in September 2026.
Supportive leadership team and SEN department.
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's educational journey.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role within a welcoming primary school, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today – interviews are taking place ASAP