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SEMH Teaching Assistant – Champion Inclusive Education in Kingston

Ignite your career with this SEMH Teaching Assistant post in Kingston—where your passion meets purpose. Join a leading-edge school as you empower students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to shine. This is more than just a job—it's a launchpad for ambitious graduates who crave challenge, impact, and genuine professional growth. If you aim to become an inspirational teacher, psychologist, or prominent SEN specialist, this school wants your drive, intelligence, and compassion now.

Here, you’ll build a command of best practice in SEMH support—surrounded by state-of-the-art resources and a renowned inclusion team. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you’ll gain indispensable experience in specialist interventions, progress tracking, and innovative classroom strategies, all honed in a vibrant, “Good to Outstanding” Ofsted environment. Our school’s ethos: champion every learner, invest in every staff member. With dynamic on-the-job coaching and bespoke CPD, there’s no limit to your development.

Key Highlights:

• SEMH Teaching Assistant role changing lives daily
• Salary circa £29,000 (Pro-rata), competitive within Kingston schools
• Located in leafy Kingston with superb public transport links
• Ofsted graded 'Good' with an ambitious journey to 'Outstanding'
• Sector-leading CPD, mentoring, and career progression pathways
• Perfect for high-achieving graduates eyeing teaching, psychology, or SEN careers
• Modern, inclusive learning spaces with sensory and therapeutic facilities

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering bespoke SEMH support—adapting strategies for diverse student needs
• Leading and co-facilitating group interventions and one-to-one sessions
• Monitoring progress and collaborating on Personalised Education Plans
• Supporting class teachers with behaviour management and positive routines
• Championing inclusive practice in every lesson, club, and transition
• Building strong, trust-based relationships with students and their families

Ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant for this Kingston School:

• Recent graduate (2:1 or above) in Psychology, Education, or related field
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN professional committed to SEND
• Resilient, emotionally intelligent, and endlessly enthusiastic
• Growth-minded, reflective, and hungry for feedback and learning
• Able to inspire trust, respect, and motivation in young people
• Genuine passion for inclusive education and mental health advocacy

Why Join This Kingston School?:

• Progressive, nurturing ethos invested in every staff member
• Exceptional support and daily collaboration with SEND specialists
• Rich, ongoing CPD including SEN qualifications and mentoring
• Strong team culture—warm, ambitious, and student-centred
• Tangible impact: see the difference you make every single day
• Forward-thinking leadership—champions innovation and staff wellbeing

This role is a rare gateway for a tenacious SEMH Teaching Assistant eager to accelerate into the world of education, psychology, or SEND. Join this Kingston school and take a defining step towards your future—applications are high, so act fast to be considered for interview.

How to Apply

Ready to make a genuine difference in a supportive Kingston primary school? Jump in now—roles are being filled on a rolling basis and applicants are being shortlisted as we speak. If you’ve got the passion to empower children with SEMH needs, don’t wait. Upload your CV right away and secure your interview slot before it’s too late!

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!