SEMH Teaching Assistant – Secondary School – Havering Start: September | Long-term or short-term opportunities available Milk Education are recruiting for a compassionate and resilient SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Secondary School in Havering. The school is proud of its inclusive, modern, and nurturing environment, where values such as equality and respect are at the heart of everything they do. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting young people with additional needs, or for a passionate individual looking to make a real difference in pupils’ lives. What You’ll Be Doing in the Role Supporting pupils with SEMH needs both in and outside of lessons Promoting inclusion, acceptance, and emotional wellbeing across the school Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement Working closely with teachers and SEN staff to adapt lessons and provide tailored support Essential Qualifications Recent experience working with children or young people, ideally in an SEMH or SEN setting Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships Relevant qualification (Level 2/3 in Childcare, Teaching Assistant, Youth Work, or equivalent) or hands-on experience Patience, resilience, and the ability to respond calmly to challenging behaviour Benefits to You Excellent rates of pay Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle Exclusive partnerships with schools and trusts FREE access to our Perks Portal (discounts & rewards) 1000 discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy FREE PSHE lesson plans & educator wellbeing resources 24/7 support from your dedicated personal consultant Be part of the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency Contact Number: (phone number removed) Email: Why Choose Milk Education? Milk Education is a purpose-driven supply agency, putting educators first. We’re proudly APSCo Compliance accredited, ensuring the highest standards of safer recruitment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, available on our website