SEMH Support Assistant | Pioneering Wellbeing & Behaviour Support in Southwark

Step into an unrivalled opportunity as an SEMH Support Assistant in Southwark and transform young lives at a dynamic, values-driven secondary school. You’ll be at the epicentre of cutting-edge mental health and behaviour interventions, directly supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. If you’re a high-achieving graduate with relentless ambition to become a top-tier educator, psychologist or SEN leader, this is your launchpad.

In this SEMH Support Assistant role, you will gain first-hand exposure to specialist strategies, thriving in a forward-thinking, inclusive environment. You’ll collaborate daily with elite teachers, therapists, and inclusion leaders, accelerating your professional development in a school graded "Outstanding" by Ofsted. Expect superb CPD, comprehensive mentoring, and genuine progression—this setting propels passionate graduates into truly impactful careers.

Key Highlights:

• SEMH Support Assistant opportunity in an iconic Southwark setting
• Circa £29,000 (pro-rata) – exceptionally competitive for support roles
• Southwark location: exceptional transport links, vibrant local community
• Outstanding Ofsted: student-centred, innovation-driven, behaviour excellence
• Gold-standard CPD: bespoke training in SEMH, safeguarding, and therapy
• Catapult your career: perfect for aspiring teachers, psychologists, SEN professionals
• State-of-the-art facilities: sensory rooms, therapeutic suites, tech-integrated classrooms

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Delivering targeted support to pupils with SEMH needs—maximising engagement and wellbeing
• Liaising with SENDCo, teaching staff, and external agencies to design tailored interventions
• Modelling and reinforcing positive behaviours throughout the school day
• Monitoring, recording, and reporting progress to inform ongoing strategies
• Facilitating group activities, 1:1 mentoring, and restorative approaches
• Supporting reintegration for vulnerable pupils within mainstream environments

Ideal SEMH Support Assistant for this Southwark School:

• High-achieving graduate (2:1 or above) in Psychology, Education, or related field
• Aspirational: determined to build a future as a teacher, psychologist, SEN specialist
• Compassionate, resilient, and able to foster trust with vulnerable young people
• Outstanding communication skills; calm, patient, and intuitively empathetic
• Proactive team player with insatiable curiosity for inclusive education

Why Join This Southwark School?:

• Sector-leading training—experience transformative practice in SEMH support
• Inclusive, supportive staff culture—every member valued and empowered
• Clear, rapid progression for those seeking teacher training or further SEN qualifications
• Engage with expert practitioners—learn from SENCOs, therapists, and clinical specialists
• Progressive leadership—everyone speaks, every voice shapes improvement
• Central Southwark: buzzing community life, easy access to London’s best

Seize the chance to ignite your career as an SEMH Support Assistant in a truly transformative Southwark school. Interviews for this coveted post are filling fast—showcase your ambition and secure your future today.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference in Southwark? If you’re passionate about supporting primary students’ SEMH needs, now’s your chance—our team is actively scheduling interviews and reviewing applications as soon as they land. Don’t hold back: secure your spot by applying immediately!

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!