SEMH Specialist

EMH Specialist – Epsom

Location: Epsom, Surrey

Salary: £85 – £98 per day (depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time | Long-term | Immediate Start Available

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Specialist to support children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a supportive educational setting in Epsom. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. SEMH settings commonly support pupils with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, trauma‑related challenges, and behavioural difficulties.

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents.
• Implement personalised learning and behaviour support plans.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor and report on student progress and well‑being.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, Autism, ADHD, or behavioural needs.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Relevant qualifications in Education, Psychology, Youth Work, Health & Social Care, or similar are desirable.

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Supportive school leadership and staff team.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives.
• Potential for permanent employment opportunities.

• Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
• Youth Work
• Psychology Graduates
• Social Work
• Behaviour Mentoring
• Residential Childcare
• Mental Health Support

Apply today to join a dedicated team and help transform the lives of young people with SEMH needs in Epsom.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

We offer free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.