SEMH Teaching Assistant
Salary/Rate:£90 - £100
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Merton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Behaviour Mentor/Learning Mentor
Job ref:9860
Post Date:25.06.25
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
SEN Tutor – Supporting Students with Autism, ADHD & SEMH Needs
Locations: Merton
Salary: £90 - £100 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time: Monday to Friday - Term Time only 8:30am - 4:00pm
Ideal for Graduates who want to strengthen their practical experience for future ambitions in Psychology, therapy etc
Are you ready to make a real impact on the lives of young people? Do you thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment where no two days are the same?
Why Join This SEND School?
- A Supportive & Nurturing Environment – work for a provision that caters not only to pupils' academic progress but their personal, well-being and emotional development.
- Specialist Training & Career Growth—Gain hands-on experience with Autism, ADHD, and Social, Emotional, and mental Health (SEMH) needs. (This role is perfect for psychology graduates, education students, or anyone looking to develop a career in teaching or therapy.)
- A Role That Truly Matters – You’ll make a difference every day, helping students overcome barriers and build confidence in education and life.
- A Team That Feels Like Family – Work in a setting where teamwork, resilience, and humour are essential – because the best way to support our students is by supporting each other!
What is the role?
- You will be supporting students with challenging behaviours and they may present the following:
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Disruptive or antisocial behaviour (which can be a symptom of distress)
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Withdrawn behaviour — including selective mutism
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Anxiety and self-harm
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Anger and aggression
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Depression
- Assess students' learning needs and support the class teacher with their progress both academically and developmentally
- Excellent organisational skills will be required to keep track of student progress, materials, and resources.
Working with young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)/ Autism and ADHD is rewarding, challenging, and never boring!
You’ll be working closely with students who may struggle with emotional regulation, behaviour, and communication, but with patience, creativity, and the right support, you’ll see firsthand the progress they make.
Expect plenty of lightbulb moments, victories, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting young people with their lives and futures!
Who We’re Looking For:
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Trauma Informed Practice
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Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs
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Learning Mentoring interventions and supporting children’s behaviour and access to the curriculum
- Passionate individuals who genuinely want to make a difference.
- Graduates (Psychology, Education, Social Work, or related fields) looking for hands-on experience: Ideally candidates who have some type of tutoring experience in Maths, English and other areas.
- Resilient & patient personalities – every day is different, and adaptability is key!
- Previous experience in education, care, youth work, or mental health is a bonus but not essential.
Focus on building a strong, trusting relationship with the child or young person while discovering their interests and skills through various activities. We help children and young people to better understand themselves and sensitively explore social, emotional and behavioural issues which may be hindering them in achieving their full potential.
If you’re looking for a meaningful role where you can learn, grow, and make an impact, apply today!
Get in touch with Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk
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