SEMH Support Assistant

Salary: Circa £27,000 Pro-rata
Apply by: 18/03/26
Location: Southwark

SEMH Support Assistant | Forge Your Future in an Outstanding Southwark School

Ready to transform young lives and supercharge your future career? As a SEMH Support Assistant in vibrant Southwark, you’ll become a powerful catalyst for student progress, supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This unique SEMH Support Assistant post is designed for elite graduates with sky-high aspirations—whether you dream of teaching, psychology, or SEN leadership. Make a measurable, lasting impact from day one as you work alongside renowned teaching teams, specialist staff, and dedicated school leaders.

Step into a high-achievement, high-support Southwark school, thriving with inclusive values and professional growth opportunities. As a SEMH Support Assistant, you’ll join a setting rated Good to Outstanding by Ofsted—where wellbeing, progress, and ambition are seamlessly woven into daily school life. From in-depth training to collaborative innovation, your skillset will accelerate fast. Expect structured pathways into teaching, psychology, and specialist SEN roles—all whilst making a real, visible difference to some of London’s most inspiring young people.

Key Highlights:

  • SEMH Support Assistant – Pivotal, rewarding graduate role
  • Circa £27,000 Pro-rata – Excellent compensation for early-career specialists
  • Southwark – Central, commuter-friendly location with a diverse student body
  • Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – Benchmark-setting provision and support
  • CPD: Advanced behaviour, SEMH, & SEND training powering rapid career growth
  • Tailored for: Top graduates aiming for teaching, psychology, or SEN specialism
  • Vibrant setting: Modern sensory facilities, expert support teams, and a growth-driven ethos

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Deliver bespoke SEMH support for students facing barriers to learning
  • Work 1:1 and in small groups to enhance self-esteem, resilience, and engagement
  • Partner closely with SENCOs, teachers, and specialist therapists to craft student strategies
  • Track, monitor, and record SEMH progress, ensuring next-level support for every child
  • Create safe, inclusive spaces where every learner is empowered to thrive

Ideal "SEMH Support Assistant" for this Southwark School:

  • First-class graduate; academic excellence in Psychology, Education, or related fields
  • Unwavering ambition to pursue teaching, psychology, or SEN careers
  • Relentlessly driven to improve outcomes for young people facing challenges
  • Natural collaborator—adaptable, compassionate, and proactive
  • Genuine passion for mental health, inclusion, diversity, and education

Why Join This Southwark School?:

  • Standout reputation: Dynamic, supportive, and deeply values-driven environment
  • Specialist mentorship from SEN experts, psychologists, and senior leaders
  • Fast-tracked development into teaching or specialist SEN careers
  • Unrivalled teamwork: Join a close-knit, ambitious and supportive staff community
  • A real chance to inspire, uplift, and make your mark—every single day

Join a cohort of high-achievers as a SEMH Support Assistant in a Southwark school committed to growth, excellence, and community. Secure your springboard to a lasting, meaningful career while changing lives in one of London’s top educational settings. Interviews are moving fast—set your ambition in motion today.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference right away? If you're passionate about SEMH support and keen to join a dynamic Southwark primary school team, don’t wait—opportunities are being filled fast and interviews are already underway. Submit your application now for immediate consideration!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!

Application deadline: 18/03/26