1:1 Teaching Assistant - SEMH School | Epsom

Location: Epsom, Surrey
Salary: £95-£120 per day PAYE
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: Immediate

Could you be the positive role model a young person needs to succeed?

Reed Education is recruiting for a specialist SEMH school in Epsom seeking a dedicated and resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs.

The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside associated needs including ADHD, Autism, anxiety, attachment difficulties and behavioural challenges. Staff work closely together to create a safe, structured and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build experience within SEND education while making a genuine difference to a young person's life.

The Role

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated support throughout the school day, helping a pupil engage with learning, manage emotions and develop independence.

Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will build a positive relationship with the pupil while providing the consistency and encouragement they need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Supporting engagement in lessons and activities
• Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Building a trusting relationship with the pupil
• Supporting transitions and daily routines
• Encouraging confidence and independence
• Reinforcing clear expectations and boundaries
• Supporting behaviour management strategies
• Working alongside teachers and support staff
• Helping the pupil achieve individual targets

About You

Previous SEND experience is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Education and schools
• SEND or SEMH settings
• Youth work and mentoring
• Residential care
• Support work
• Sports coaching
• Psychology
• Social care
• Children's services

Most importantly, you will be:

• Patient, calm and resilient
• Able to build positive relationships
• Confident managing challenging behaviour
• Consistent with boundaries and expectations
• Reliable and committed
• Passionate about supporting young people

Why Apply?

This role offers valuable experience for those considering careers in education, educational psychology, social care, therapy, youth work or behaviour support.

You will develop practical skills in communication, behaviour management, emotional regulation and SEND support while working within a highly rewarding specialist environment.

What Reed Education Offers

• £95-£120 per day PAYE
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start available
• Full-time, long-term role
• Specialist SEND and SEMH experience
• Ongoing training and development
• Dedicated consultant support
• Potential for a permanent position

All Reed Education candidates are paid via PAYE with no umbrella company deductions or hidden fees.

Easily commutable from: Epsom, Ewell, Leatherhead, Ashtead, Banstead, Sutton, Tadworth, Chessington, Dorking, Reigate, Redhill and surrounding Surrey areas.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to make a lasting impact within a specialist SEMH setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: 1:1 Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, SEMH, SEND, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant, Autism, ADHD, Youth Worker, Support Worker, Special School, Epsom, Surrey.