Job Description 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant | SEMH Support | Waltham Forest | Immediate Start 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – The Role Location: Waltham Forest, East London Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Contract: Full-time, Long-term Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? A welcoming secondary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support for a Year 11 female student with SEMH needs. This is a full-time, long-term role, ideal for someone with experience supporting students who require emotional and behavioural support in an educational setting. As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant you will: Work 1:1 with a Year 11 student to support her academic engagement, wellbeing, and confidence Provide consistent emotional support and help manage any SEMH-related challenges Build a positive, trusting relationship that encourages progress and independence Collaborate closely with teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral staff to deliver tailored interventions 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant: We are looking for someone who: Has experience supporting students with SEMH, anxiety, or behavioural needs Demonstrates empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills Can maintain calm and consistency in challenging situations Is proactive and adaptable, with a genuine desire to make a difference in a young person’s life Ideally holds relevant experience in a school, youth work, or mental health setting What the School Offers A supportive and understanding staff team with strong pastoral values Ongoing professional development and training in SEN and SEMH strategies The chance to make a real difference to a student’s life at a key stage in their education As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant you will work closely to support a School in London, which is ideal for graduates with patience, empathy, and a strong desire for a career in Education Psychology and SEND teaching. If you’re a caring and motivated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant ready to provide meaningful 1:1 support to a student in Waltham Forest, apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity. Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping graduates secure long-term and permanent roles like this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role in Waltham Forest, London. To explore more roles, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting your application. INDCC