SEND Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Kingston) Advertised by Veritas Education Veritas Education is recruiting an experienced and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students within a Secondary SEMH school in the Kingston area. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. About the School Specialist Secondary SEMH provision Nurture‑led and trauma‑informed approach Small class sizes with high levels of support Strong focus on emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour management Assist students with engagement in learning and classroom activities Work closely with teachers, pastoral and SEN teams Build positive, consistent and trusting relationships with students Support students during transitions and unstructured times Skills & Experience Required Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour Calm, patient and resilient approach Strong communication and relationship‑building skills Confidence managing and de‑escalating challenging behaviour Ability to work effectively as part of a team Background in education, care, youth work or similar is highly desirable Strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing What Veritas Education Offers Competitive daily rates of pay Long‑term, temporary and temp‑to‑perm opportunities Ongoing support from a dedicated Veritas Education consultant Opportunities to work in rewarding specialist settings Apply Now If you are interested in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role and would like to make a positive impact, please apply today by submitting your CV or contacting Veritas Education for more information. 📌 All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and full safeguarding procedures. 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