SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Hillingdon

Riley Personnel is recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Hillingdon supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or Learning Mentor who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning. The school is looking for someone who can build positive relationships, support emotional regulation and encourage students to engage with their education in a safe, structured and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will play an important role in helping students develop confidence, independence and positive behaviours while supporting their academic and personal progress.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged students
• Supporting students with SEMH and additional learning needs
• Helping students manage their emotions and develop positive coping strategies
• Building trusting relationships and encouraging engagement with learning
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and lesson participation
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping students develop self-regulation skills
• Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support individual needs
• Maintaining a calm, consistent and structured learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Experience supporting SEMH, SEN or behavioural needs is highly advantageous
• Patient, calm, resilient and empathetic approach
• Confident building positive relationships with secondary-aged students
• Able to respond consistently and professionally to challenging behaviour
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passionate about helping young people succeed both academically and personally

Applications are welcomed from Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, Learning Mentors, Youth Workers and candidates with relevant experience supporting young people.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a secondary SEMH setting
• A rewarding role supporting young people's development and wellbeing
• Valuable experience in behaviour and specialist education
• Ongoing support from your Riley Personnel consultant
• If you are passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your CV to Riley Personnel.

Safeguarding & DBS

Riley Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including references, qualification verification, right to work checks and an Enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check where applicable. Candidates must complete all required checks before commencing work and undertake safeguarding training as required.

Our Values

We expect all Riley Personnel staff to demonstrate professionalism, integrity and reliability, while promoting equality, inclusion and respect. Staff must maintain appropriate professional boundaries, prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, work collaboratively with schools and colleagues, and be committed to safeguarding and continuous professional development