SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant Alternative Provision Support

Location: Hounslow
Contract: September 2026

Are you an emotionally intelligent flexible and charismatic individual seeking a role supporting vulnerable children as a SEMH Teaching Assistant

A rapidly expanding Alternative Provision in Hounslow is seeking a graduate to join their team as a SEMH Teaching Assistant working with students who present with Social Emotional and Mental Health needs Autism trauma-related difficulties and behavioural challenges.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant youll support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to six students helping them to engage with learning and develop essential life and social skills.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Key responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH Autism trauma-related difficulties and behavioural issues
• Assisting teachers across a range of subjects and activities
• Promoting positive behaviour engagement and personal growth

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to make a real difference to vulnerable secondary students while gaining invaluable school-based experience.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Were looking for:

• A graduate with a degree from a UK University
• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs (voluntary or paid)
• Strong emotional intelligence resilience and adaptability
• Starting from September 2026

School Details:
This Alternative Provision is in the heart of Hounslow close to the high street filled with local shops cafes and restaurants.

Apply today to join this fantastic provision as a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Hounslow.

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SEMH Teaching Assistant Hounslow