SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Waltham Forest
Full Time | Term Time Only | ASAP Start
Up to £115 per day | Long Term Role (Temp to Perm)
Long Term Futures are working with an inclusive and supportive secondary school in Waltham Forest to recruit a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
This is a rewarding role for someone confident supporting young people who require emotional regulation, behaviour guidance, and consistent support to re-engage with learning. The school has a strong pastoral structure and provides excellent support for staff in long-term roles.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small-group SEMH support across KS3 and KS4
Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement
Implement behaviour and support plans in line with school policy
Work closely with the SENCo, pastoral team and class teachers
Promote positive behaviour, inclusion and resilience
Support students during lessons and unstructured times
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience supporting students with SEMH or challenging behaviour
A calm, resilient and consistent approach
Confidence working in a secondary school environment
Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour strategies
Background in SEN support, youth work, mentoring or care (desirable)
Location and Transport - Waltham Forest, East London
Accessible via Walthamstow Central, Leyton, Leytonstone, Chingford
Good transport links via Victoria Line, Overground and local buses
On-site parking available
Why Work with Long Term Futures
Weekly pay - up to £115 per day
Free CPD including SEMH strategies, de-escalation training and safeguarding
Long-term temp-to-perm placements only - no daily supply
Progression opportunities into Behaviour Mentor, Inclusion Support or Pastoral roles
Dedicated consultant support from secondary and SEND specialistsIf you're passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to make a real impact in a Waltham Forest secondary school, apply today with Long Term Futures.
SEMH TA, Behaviour Support, Secondary School, KS3, KS4, Waltham Forest
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