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SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Worker Location: Croydon Start Date: September 2026 Full-Time | Monday - Friday All-age setting: supporting children aged 4-16 years Pay rate: £95 - £105 per day Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most in Croydon? We are an SEMH/EBD specialist SEN school in Croydon seeking resilient, empathetic, and committed individuals to join our team. This role is ideal for people who understand the realities many of our students face and can build strong, trusting relationships that support positive change. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: Mentoring or youth work Counselling or therapeutic support Supporting children with challenging behaviour Working with Looked After Children (LAC) Supporting young people vulnerable to gang involvement or exploitation Working with children affected by drug-related environments or poverty Trauma-informed practice and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) Behaviour support or intervention roles Community outreach or support intervention programmes Sports coaching or activity-based youth engagement This role suits individuals who bring real-world understanding, patience, and consistency. Many of our students in Camden have experienced disruption, instability, or trauma, and need adults who can provide structure, boundaries, and genuine care. What we're looking for: Strong relationship-building skills Calm, confident approach to behaviour management Ability to engage and motivate hard-to-reach young people A team player with a proactive mindset Urban-minded individuals who can relate to the backgrounds of our students What you'll be doing: Supporting students with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour Acting as a positive role model and mentor Delivering targeted interventions and support strategies Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to positively impact lives and help young people in Croydon re-engage with education and their futures. If you have the experience, resilience, and drive to support vulnerable young people in an urban SEMH setting in Croydon, we want to hear from you. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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North East Surrey College of Technology in Epsom, Surrey is seeking a Casual Sports Centre Assistant to support the college's sports facilities. We expect a self-motivated individual who can work both independently and as part of a team, with an interest in sport or coaching.

Humanities graduates- Teaching Assistant- South London TimePlan Education is currently looking for flexible and enthusiastic humanities graduates for full-time teaching assistant roles in several excellent schools in South London (and surrounding areas). These rewarding and varied full-time humanities graduate teaching assistant roles will start in September 2026. Previous experience working with children is not essential for the humanities graduate teaching assistant roles in South London, although other relevant experience (for example in a dance, drama, sports, youth work or arts capacity) would be advantageous, as would experience supporting children or adults with SEN. You should hold a recent humanities degree. Roles for university graduates are available in both primary and secondary settings in South London. Excellent numeracy and literacy skills are essential for the humanities graduate teaching assistant roles in South London. Humanities graduate teaching assistant roles in South London schools would particularly suit individuals who are keen to undertake teacher training in the future, such as a PGCE or Teach First, looking for teaching assistant experience over the next academic year. TimePlan Education offers a number of benefits, including regular training, competitive pay and support throughout your placement. If you are interested in a humanities graduate teaching assistant role in South London with a September 2026 start, please apply today.TimePlan Education Group Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references

Entry Level Special Needs Teaching Assistant Are you interested in working within education in Surbiton? Do you want to make a lasting impact on young people's lives? Do you have a passion to work with children and young people with special needs? If yes, then Reeson Education can help you kick start your career in working with children within education. Currently we are looking for entry level teaching assistants, learning mentors and general classroom support staff in the Surbiton area to help support students within the many schools we work with. These schools are looking for people who are ambitious and passionate about working with children and want to make a difference. They also need the teaching assistant to be willing to commit to a long-term role and someone who is reliable with attendance and punctuality. Candidates who have a background as a graduate, nanny, care worker, youth worker, sports coach or any other previous experience that you think would have transferable teaching assistant skills would be highly recommended to apply. Training and additional qualifications will be available, also the opportunity for progression within the schools. If you would like to apply or would like more detail, please apply now and we'll be in touch as soon as possible. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England. Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert

SEMH Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Worker Location: Croydon Start Date: September 2026 Full-Time | Monday - Friday All-age setting: supporting children aged 4-16 years Pay rate: £95 - £105 per day Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most in Croydon? We are an SEMH/EBD specialist SEN school in Croydon seeking resilient, empathetic, and committed individuals to join our team. This role is ideal for people who understand the realities many of our students face and can build strong, trusting relationships that support positive change. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: Mentoring or youth work Counselling or therapeutic support Supporting children with challenging behaviour Working with Looked After Children (LAC) Supporting young people vulnerable to gang involvement or exploitation Working with children affected by drug-related environments or poverty Trauma-informed practice and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) Behaviour support or intervention roles Community outreach or support intervention programmes Sports coaching or activity-based youth engagement This role suits individuals who bring real-world understanding, patience, and consistency. Many of our students in Camden have experienced disruption, instability, or trauma, and need adults who can provide structure, boundaries, and genuine care. What we're looking for: Strong relationship-building skills Calm, confident approach to behaviour management Ability to engage and motivate hard-to-reach young people A team player with a proactive mindset * Urban-minded individuals who can relate to the backgrounds of our students What you'll be doing: Supporting students with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour Acting as a positive role model and mentor Delivering targeted interventions and support strategies * Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to positively impact lives and help young people in Croydon re-engage with education and their futures. If you have the experience, resilience, and drive to support vulnerable young people in an urban SEMH setting in Croydon, we want to hear from you. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

Location: South London Contract: Full-time, 1-year temporary contract with potential to become permanent Start Date: ASAP Strategy Education are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join an Alternative Provision setting in South London. We are looking for someone with a strong Maths background who also has a genuine interest or experience in Sport. The successful candidate will support students across KS3 and KS4, providing classroom and individual support and helping students to engage positively with their education. Previous experience working with young people is essential, with experience in Maths tutoring, sports coaching, mentoring or a school environment highly desirable. The successful candidate will have: • A strong background in Maths, with the ability to support KS3 and KS4 students, • A background in Sport, ideally through coaching, education or practical experience, • Experience working with or supporting young people, • The ability to build positive relationships with students, • A patient, resilient and supportive approach, • The confidence to work within an Alternative Provision environment, • Excellent communication and behaviour management skills The role offers: • Full-time, Monday to Friday position, • ASAP start, • Initial 1-year temporary contract, • Potential for the role to become permanent, • Opportunity to gain valuable experience within Alternative Provision, • The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's education and engagement If you have a strong Maths and Sport background and are looking for a full-time opportunity working with young people, we would be keen to hear from you. Safeguarding & DBS: All candidates must be able to provide suitable references and undertake the necessary safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, in line with KCSIE guidance. Strategy Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEMH Provision, Morden A specialist secondary alternative provision in Morden is looking for a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join its Canterbury-based provision immediately. Working with pupils aged 11–16, you’ll support young people whose education may have been disrupted by exclusion, behavioural difficulties or social and emotional needs. Pupils learn in small groups, allowing staff to build strong relationships and understand the barriers behind behaviour rather than simply managing it. For a psychology graduate considering Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, SEN or pastoral work, this is an opportunity to see theory applied in a complex educational setting from day one. As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll work alongside experienced teachers and a wider network of professionals supporting pupils’ learning, behaviour and emotional regulation. The provision works with Educational Psychologists, CAMHS and Speech and Language Therapy, giving you useful exposure to multi-agency practice. Staff receive specialist training around behaviour and wellbeing, while individual learning plans provide structure for each pupil’s academic and social development. Ofsted’s December 2024 inspection found that standards associated with the previous Good judgement had been maintained, with pupils reported to feel safe and trust staff. Key Highlights: • Role: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant supporting KS3 and KS4 pupils, • Pay: £100–£110 per day, dependent on experience, • Location: Morden, London Borough of Merton, with the campus on Canterbury Road, • Ofsted: Good standards maintained at the latest inspection in December 2024, • Contract: Full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant position, • Start: Immediate, with applications being considered now, • Experience: Direct exposure to SEMH, behaviour intervention and alternative provision, • Development: Work around professionals including Educational Psychologists, CAMHS and Speech and Language Therapy What You’ll Be Doing: • Supporting pupils individually and in small groups across KS3 and KS4 lessons, • Building consistent relationships with young people who may have experienced exclusion or disrupted schooling, • Reinforcing clear boundaries while helping pupils develop emotional regulation and positive learning behaviours, • Delivering targeted academic and pastoral interventions linked to individual learning plans, • Encouraging pupils to rebuild confidence, engagement and independence in education, • Liaising with teachers and pastoral staff to identify changes in behaviour, wellbeing and academic progress, • Contributing to successful reintegration where pupils are preparing to return to mainstream education or move to another setting Ideal Candidate for this Morden School: • Graduated in Psychology with a strong academic record, ideally a 2:1 or First, • Demonstrates a calm, confident manner and the maturity to respond appropriately to challenging behaviour, • Brings relevant experience from mentoring, youth work, SEN, SEMH, tutoring, sports coaching or behaviour support where possible, • Understands that behaviour can communicate unmet social, emotional or learning needs, • Maintains firm, consistent boundaries without losing the ability to build genuine rapport, • Aspires towards Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, SEN teaching, pastoral work, social work or a related profession, • Commits fully to a demanding but professionally valuable long-term school placement Why Join This Morden School? • Learn in a specialist provision where pupils are taught in small groups rather than large mainstream classes, • Observe multi-disciplinary practice involving Educational Psychologists, CAMHS and Speech and Language professionals, • Develop practical understanding of SEMH, emotional regulation, behaviour intervention and individual learning plans, • Gain experience supporting pupils through reintegration into mainstream schools and transitions to new educational settings, • Receive specialist staff training informed by professionals working around pupils’ behaviour and wellbeing needs, • Work within a provision where Ofsted found pupils feel safe, trust adults and experience mostly calm and orderly behaviour, • Encounter a broader curriculum that includes GCSE study alongside vocational opportunities such as construction and motor mechanics How to Apply: Applications are being reviewed now for an immediate start, so graduates with the right academic background and temperament are encouraged to apply promptly. Submit your application through this listing to be considered for the Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant position. This Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role will suit someone who wants to understand the realities of behaviour, SEMH and disrupted education at close quarters. It offers the kind of sustained experience with young people and specialist professionals that can provide serious grounding for postgraduate psychology, SEN or pastoral career routes

Male SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist School - Sutton Are you a resilient, confident and motivated Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with young people and making a real difference? We are currently recruiting for a Male SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Sutton, supporting secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who can build strong relationships with young people, confidently manage challenging behaviour and act as a positive male role model within the school environment. You may have a background in education, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, care, support work, residential settings or the wider education sector. Most importantly, you will be someone who is patient, consistent and able to remain calm when faced with challenging situations. The Role As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged pupils. Build positive and trusting relationships with students who may have experienced difficulties in education or at home. Support pupils with emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and social development. Manage challenging behaviour using positive and consistent behaviour strategies. Encourage students to engage with learning and develop greater independence. Provide support both inside and outside of the classroom. Act as a positive male role model and trusted adult for students. Support pupils during lessons, break times, interventions and wider school activities. Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams and other professionals to support individual pupils. Help create a calm, structured and supportive environment where students feel safe and able to succeed. Who We're Looking For We're particularly interested in candidates who have: Experience working with children or young people. Experience supporting young people with SEMH, challenging behaviour or additional needs is highly desirable. A confident and calm approach to behaviour management. The resilience to work in a demanding but highly rewarding environment. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A patient, consistent and empathetic approach. The ability to establish boundaries while maintaining positive relationships. A background in youth work, sports, mentoring, education, care, support work, psychology or similar would be beneficial. You don't necessarily need previous experience as a Teaching Assistant. If you have strong experience working with young people and feel you could positively influence students who need additional support, we would be keen to hear from you. Why This Role? Full-time, term-time only position. ASAP start. Specialist SEMH school in Sutton. Supportive and experienced staff team. Training and professional development opportunities. Opportunity to build valuable experience within specialist education. A genuinely rewarding role where you can make a difference to young people's lives. Apply Now If you're a confident, resilient and positive individual who wants to support young people to overcome barriers and reach their potential, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether your background is in youth work, sport, education, care, mentoring or support work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for an ASAP start in Sutton. This role is subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained You must have legal right to work in the UK You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

Russel Group Graduates, Russel Group Graduates, Russell Group Graduates!!!! Calling all Russell Group Graduates looking to get into Teaching! TimePlan are currently working on roles across Wandsworth secondary schools who are looking for Graduates to join their SEN departments. Are you a graduate who is determined to become a teacher in the near Future? Are you wanting to gain experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant to discover if a career in education is right for you? Graduate Teaching Assistant - what these roles can offer? Full time employment from as soon as possible until the end of the academic year Training and development which will help prepare you for your future Teacher Training. Excellent rates of pay. Graduate Teaching Assistant - Experience needed? Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Ideally a 1st Class degree/ 2:1 in English, Maths, Science or Humanities Experience working with secondary aged children in either an education, sports, or drama related setting. (This is desired but not essential)TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. INDTPSEC