Level 3 SEMH Teaching Assistant
Thorpe Hall Primary School, London, E17 4DPThis job expired on 10 May 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
10 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
23 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: 36 hours pw Monday to Friday - 44.86 weeks per year.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £30,288 - £32,070 FTE
What skills and experience we're looking for
Vacancy: Level 3 SEMH Teaching Assistant
TheOpossum Federationis seeking a dedicated and resilient individual to join the founding team of a brand-newSocial, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) provisionat Thorpe Hall Primary School.This is a pivotal initiative designed to provide high-quality, specialised support for pupils with complex needs, with plans to expand the provision to 10 places.
Role Overview
Workplace:Thorpe Hall Primary School, Walthamstow.
Salary:Scale 4 Points 7-11 (Outer London).£30,288 - £32,070 FTE (£26,059.07 - £27,592.26 Pro rata).
Contract:Permanent, 36 hours per week, 44.86 weeks per year.
Start Date:September 2026.
Key Responsibilities
As a key member of this new setting, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher and federation leaders to:
Support & Implementation: Prepare and deliver specialised learning support tailored to pupils with complex SEMH needs and assist in assessing small-step progress.
Behavioral Support:Implement school policies using trauma-informed practice and positive behavior approaches.
Pupil Integration:Support the review of EHCP targets and the reintegration of pupils into mainstream education.
Collaboration:Liaise with families and external professionals (such as CAMHS and EPS) to provide holistic support.
Candidate Requirements
The Opossum Federation is looking for candidates who possess:
Qualifications: A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) and appropriate first aid training.
Experience: Relevant experience in a Primary or Early Years setting. Experience in specialised SEND settings or with SEMH needs is highly desirable.
Knowledge: An understanding of the SEN Code of Practice, EHCP processes, and various therapeutic interventions.
Personal Attributes:Resilience, effective communication skills, and a commitment to promoting high standards of behavior and inclusive education.
How to Apply
Application Method: Download an application pack from any Opossum Federation school website.
Submission: Send completed applications to hr@opossumed.org.
Closing Date: Sunday 10 May 2026.
Interviews: Scheduled for the week commencing 18 May 2026.
Safeguarding Note: All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Candidates must submit a self-disclosure form with their application.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join the Opossum Federation?
Supportive Culture:Benefit from a tailored CPD program, a comprehensive induction for new staff, and a strong focus on staff well-being and workload reduction.
Proven Excellence:Join a family of schools where two are rated 'Outstanding' and two are rated 'Good' by Ofsted.
Modern Resources:Work in a well-resourced environment featuring Google for Education integration and dedicated staff devices.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Thorpe Hall Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 362 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Thorpe Hall Primary School website
- Email address
- hr@opossumed.org
- Phone number
- 02085274062
Arranging a visit to Thorpe Hall Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@opossumed.org.
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