SEN Teaching Assistant – Outstanding SEMH Secondary School | Bexley Salary: £95–£110 per day (term-time only, full-time) Location: Bexley, South East London – DA6 Start Date: ASAP Step into a role where your presence alone can change the trajectory of a young life. This Outstanding SEMH secondary school in Bexley provides high-impact education and therapeutic support to pupils aged 11–16 with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll work 1:1 and in small groups with students who may have faced school exclusion, trauma, or significant challenges at home. What makes this setting stand out isn’t just the quality of education — it’s the relentless focus on emotional development, trust-building, and positive identity formation. You'll be part of a resilient, compassionate staff team where support, training, and shared purpose guide everything. Key Highlights:
* SEN Teaching Assistant role in a nationally recognised SEMH school
* Start immediately – long-term role with structure and support
* Daily rate of £95–£110, depending on experience
* Work with students navigating trauma, dysregulation, or attachment difficulties
* Weekly CPD in therapeutic strategies, behaviour support, and SEN frameworks
* Small group settings (4–6 students) with embedded clinical support
* School celebrated by Ofsted for “re-engaging the most vulnerable learners”
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Delivering 1:1 and small-group support both academically and emotionally
* Supporting students to manage triggers and classroom expectations
* Helping learners re-establish routines, confidence, and motivation
* Contributing to EHCP reviews and daily staff briefings
* Promoting a safe, consistent, nurturing learning environment
Ideal SEN TA For this Bexley School:
* A graduate or experienced TA with true emotional resilience
* Background in SEN, PRU, youth justice, or therapeutic work is a plus
* Able to offer firm kindness and clear boundaries
* Committed to full-time work, ready to show up daily for students who rely on you
* Passionate about changing lives, not just supporting lessons
Why Join This SEMH School in Bexley?:
* Outstanding Ofsted with a nationally recognised SEMH model
* Real teamwork – you’ll never feel alone in a behaviour crisis
* Strong leadership and structured support from day one
* Routes into teacher training, youth therapy, and SEMH leadership
* You’ll be more than “support” — you’ll be a catalyst for change
How to Apply: Click ‘APPLY’ or send your CV to JobsinED now. If you’re ready to work with purpose and integrity in one of the UK's most impactful secondary settings, this is your next move. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to gain long-term experience in a top Bexley SEMH school. Interviews are ongoing – secure your place today