SEMH Teaching Assistant - Chessington

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Chessington

Location: Chessington

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities Available

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teaching Assistants to support pupils in educational settings across Chessington. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people who require additional emotional, behavioural, and learning support.

Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will help create a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment that enables students to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist in implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Support students in developing emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills.
• Promote positive behaviour and de‑escalate challenging situations effectively.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.
• Monitor and record student progress and wellbeing.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships and establish appropriate boundaries.
• Resilience and confidence in managing challenging behaviour.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.

• Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with in schools, alternative provisions, youth work, care settings, or residential support.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and behaviour management strategies.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive working environments.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives.
• Flexible working opportunities available.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.

• Long‑term stable roles available
• Full training and ongoing support
• Weekly pay
• Competitive daily rates (£93 – £100)
• Rewarding, life‑changing work
• Opportunities across Sussex SEND schools