Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant :
Tower Hamlets

Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location:

Tower Hamlets (near Mile End Station)

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract:

Full:time, long:term

Pay: GBP
100:

GBP
120 per day

Year Group: KS2

Setting:
Mainstream primary school

A large, inclusive Tower Hamlets primary school is seeking a skilled SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs within a mainstream classroom setting. This role involves providing consistent one:to:one and small:group support to help pupils regulate emotions, engage with learning, and build positive relationships.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement behaviour plans, support transitions, and use de:escalation strategies throughout the school day. The school is experienced in supporting SEMH needs and has clear systems and expectations in place.

• Has experience supporting children with SEMH needs
• Is confident managing challenging behaviour calmly and safely
• Understands trauma:informed or restorative approaches
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Is resilient, patient, and consistent

• Strong SEN leadership and clear behaviour frameworks
• Ongoing guidance and regular check:ins
• A supportive, collaborative staff team
• A rewarding role where your impact is visible daily

If youre an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a challenging but fulfilling role in Tower Hamlets, apply today to be considered for an ASAP trial.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay .