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SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH – Sutton
Location: Sutton, South London
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start Date: 8 September 2026
Transparency Education is looking for a confident SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH needs in Sutton.
The successful candidate will play an important role in helping children engage positively with education, particularly where emotional regulation, confidence or behaviour may create barriers to learning.
Responsibilities
- Build safe and consistent relationships with pupils.
- Provide individual and small-group support.
- Encourage engagement with classroom learning.
- Reinforce positive behaviour strategies.
- Help pupils recognise and regulate emotions.
- Respond calmly to moments of heightened behaviour.
- Work alongside teaching, SEN and pastoral staff.
- Promote independence, resilience and positive choices.
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- Previous SEMH, behavioural or SEND experience is highly desirable.
- You will need to demonstrate:
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Calmness under pressure.
- Consistent boundaries.
- Patience and resilience.
- An understanding of safeguarding.
- A genuine desire to improve outcomes for vulnerable pupils.
- Candidates with experience in schools, youth support, mentoring or similar child-focused environments may be suitable.
- Qualified and experienced support staff looking for a meaningful long-term placement are encouraged to apply.
Why work via Transparency Education?
Transparency Education is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent support and professional development for teachers and support staff. We offer:
- A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
- A £150 ‘refer a friend’ bonus once your referral has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
- Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), ensuring equal pay to a permanent employee.
- Access to a wide range of CPD training from our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
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Application Process
If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact us directly. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training; teacher roles require a formally recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. We will retain your CV and continue to support your search for work in education.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to equality and challenging discrimination, and to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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