SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Bromley

Location: Bromley, South East London
Pay: £110–£120 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference?

Pink Tile Education is currently recruiting for a SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the Bromley area.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is patient, resilient and passionate about working with children, particularly those who may display challenging behaviour or require additional emotional, behavioural or educational support.

Previous experience working in a school is advantageous, but not essential. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have experience working with vulnerable children, challenging behaviour, SEND or SEMH and are looking to develop a career in education.

About the Role

As a SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who may need additional help with their behaviour, emotional regulation, social development and learning.

You will work closely with teachers and the wider school team to help pupils feel safe, supported and able to access their education.

The role may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Supporting children with challenging behaviour in a calm, consistent and positive way.
• Helping pupils manage their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable children.
• Supporting pupils to engage with learning and develop their confidence and independence.
• Implementing individual behaviour and support plans.
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and celebrating pupils’ progress.
• Using your own initiative to respond to individual pupils’ needs.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

About You

We are looking for someone who is caring, resilient, patient and confident when working with children who may present with challenging behaviour.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour.
• Experience working with vulnerable children or individuals with additional needs.
• A genuine interest in SEND and SEMH.
• Previous experience working in a primary school or educational setting is desirable.
• Experience working with ASD and/or ADHD is desirable but not essential.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• The confidence to work independently and use your own initiative.
• A positive and proactive attitude.
• A genuine desire to build a career working with children and make a difference to their lives.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to gain valuable experience within SEND, SEMH and primary education.

You will work alongside experienced teaching and support staff and have the opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference to children’s education, wellbeing and development.

If you are looking for a role where every day is different and your work genuinely matters, we would love to hear from you.

Why Work With Pink Tile Education?

At Pink Tile Education, we are a specialist education recruitment agency dedicated to matching talented education professionals with schools where they can truly thrive.

We take the time to understand both our candidates and our partner schools, ensuring the right fit for everyone involved.

Our team has extensive experience within education, particularly across SEND and SEMH settings, so we understand the unique challenges and rewards these roles bring.

Pink Tile Education, our schools and candidates all share the expectation of “Best Fit, Every Time”. Our job is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employer.

How to Apply

If you have experience working with children, particularly those with SEND, SEMH or challenging behaviour, and believe you have the patience, resilience and behaviour-management skills required for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity in Bromley.

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Pay & Holiday Pay

The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.

Safeguarding

Pink Tile Education is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service.

Important Notice

In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.

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