SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Waltham Forest Full Time Term Time Only September 2026 Start Up to £125 per day Long Term Role (Temp to Perm) Long Term Futures are recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Waltham Forest, supporting students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and SEN professionals to help students overcome barriers to learning, improve engagement and achieve positive outcomes.

The role would suit candidates with experience in SEMH, behaviour support, youth work, mentoring or alternative provision settings.Key Responsibilities:Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH needsSupport pupils with emotional regulation, engagement and wellbeingImplement behaviour management and de-escalation strategiesWork closely with teachers, pastoral teams and SEN staffSupport students both inside and outside the classroomPromote positive behaviour, attendance and inclusionIdeal Candidate Will Have:Experience supporting students with SEMH or behavioural needsConfidence working in a secondary school environmentA calm, resilient and consistent approachStrong communication and relationship-building skillsUnderstanding of safeguarding and behaviour management strategiesBackground in education, youth work, mentoring or support work (desirable)Location & Transport - Waltham Forest, East LondonAccessible via Walthamstow Central (Victoria Line & Overground)Close to Blackhorse Road (Victoria Line & Overground) and Leytonstone (Central Line)Bus routes: Excellent transport links into Central and East LondonWhy Work with Long Term FuturesWeekly pay - up to £125 per dayLong-term temp-to-perm opportunityFree CPD including SEMH support, behaviour management and safeguardingNo day-to-day supply - long-term placements onlyProgression opportunities into Pastoral, Behaviour or Inclusion rolesDedicated consultant support from secondary and SEND specialists If you're passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs in a Waltham Forest secondary school, apply today with Long Term Futures.SEMH Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support, SEMH, Secondary School, KS3, KS4, Waltham Forest Browse more opportunities at Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.