SEMH Teaching Assistant

Contract

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference RN-S444_1772635050

Closing date April 4, 2026

Location South West London, United Kingdom

Status

Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Merton

Daily Rate: £95-£110

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, long-term

DBS: Enhanced Child & Adult DBS essential

Are you an experienced and passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? A fantastic specialist school in Merton is seeking a dedicated TA to join their team immediately.

This school supports young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a nurturing environment where every student can thrive. They are looking for someone calm, resilient and enthusiastic, with a genuine desire to make a difference.

Role Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEMH needs both in and out of the classroom
• Delivering tailored interventions and 1:1 support
• Assisting the teacher with planning, behaviour strategies and progress tracking
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students
• Helping to create a safe, structured and encouraging learning environment

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in an SEMH school or provision is highly desirable
• Strong behaviour management skills and a supportive approach
• Ability to remain patient, empathetic, and solution-focused
• A team player who works well with teachers, therapists, and other staff
• Must hold a valid Enhanced Child & Adult DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply)

If you're passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are ready to start immediately, we'd love to hear from you. Please call Ryan at Veritas on 0203 026 6150!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'