Esher, Surrey | £108 per day | Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
We are looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant or Learning Support Mentor to work in a brand-new specialist SEMH school in Esher, which opened in September. The school supports pupils aged 7–17 with social, emotional and mental health difficulties, including anxiety, complex trauma and mental health needs.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about helping young people manage their emotions, build positive relationships and re-engage with education.
Pay: £108 per day
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Location: Esher, Surrey
Setting: Specialist SEMH school
Pupil age range: 7–17 years
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and additional behavioural needs.
Support children experiencing anxiety, emotional dysregulation, complex trauma and mental health difficulties.
Help manage challenging behaviour using a calm, consistent and supportive approach.
Build positive relationships and encourage trust, confidence and resilience.
Support pupils to engage with lessons, develop social skills and overcome barriers to learning.
Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to create a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
Previous experience as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Mentor, Youth Worker or Behaviour Support Assistant is beneficial. Experience supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs, challenging behaviour, anxiety or trauma is particularly valuable.
We welcome applications from candidates with experience in schools, alternative provision, residential care, youth work or similar support settings.
You should be patient, resilient, empathetic and confident supporting young people who may struggle with emotional regulation, relationships and engagement in education.
Opportunity to join a brand-new specialist SEMH school.
Full-time, Monday-to-Friday position.
£108 per day, including 12.07% holiday pay.
Valuable experience supporting young people aged 7–17 with SEMH and complex needs.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa. Suitable references are required for pre-employment checks, along with an Enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.
We aim to respond to applications within three working days. Due to application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.
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