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Teaching Assistant

  • Location:

    Lambeth

  • Sector:

    Primary Support

  • Job type:

    Long-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £95 - £115 per day

  • Contact:

    Cian Kelly

  • Contact email:

    cian@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    CK20029_1768410960

  • Published:

    about 2 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-02-13

  • Start date:

    ASAP

  • Contract Length:

    Full Time

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Lambeth

Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Lambeth (near Brixton Station)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: £95-£115 per day
Setting: SEMH provision within a mainstream primary school
Support Type: One-to-one support


About the Role

A forward-thinking Lambeth primary school near Brixton Station is seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to work one-to-one with a pupil in a small SEMH provision based within the main school.

This role is ideal for an SEMH Teaching Assistant who is confident supporting children with emotional regulation needs, trauma-related behaviours, and social communication challenges. You will provide consistent, structured support, helping the pupil to engage with learning while developing positive coping strategies and routines.


The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking to appoint an SEMH Teaching Assistant who:

  • Has experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour

  • Remains calm, patient, and resilient in demanding situations

  • Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

  • Understands trauma-informed and restorative approaches

  • Holds an Enhanced DBS on the update service (or is willing to apply)


What the School Offers

  • A dedicated SEMH provision with small group sizes

  • Clear behaviour strategies and strong SEN leadership

  • Ongoing support and guidance from experienced staff

  • A supportive, inclusive mainstream environment


If you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Lambeth and can start ASAP, apply now to arrange a trial.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

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 at 12.07%