Therapeutic Education Teaching Assistant
Richmond, South West London
£90 - £100 PAYE per day | Long Term to Permanent | Immediate or September Start
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs? Do you want to be part of a therapeutic school where relationships and emotional well-being come first?
We’re working with a specialist SEMH school in the Richmond area that offers a nurturing, trauma-informed learning environment for students who may have faced exclusion, experienced trauma, or struggled to engage in mainstream education.
This is not your typical classroom. This is a school where connection matters just as much as curriculum, and where staff are supported to build meaningful relationships and make a lasting impact.
About the Role
- Full-time Therapeutic Education TA role within a specialist SEMH school
- Working closely with teaching staff, therapists, and behaviour mentors to support students’ emotional regulation and access to learning
- Supporting young people aged 7–16 with needs such as ADHD, Autism, anxiety, trauma, and SEMH
- Providing calm, consistent, and structured support in class and during unstructured times
- Opportunity to implement therapeutic strategies and be part of a genuinely inclusive setting
The Ideal Candidate
We welcome applications from psychology and criminology graduates, aspiring teachers, youth workers, and those with experience supporting vulnerable young people.
- Background in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Criminology, or a related field
- Experience with challenging behaviour or emotional dysregulation (in schools, youth work, or care)
- Resilient, calm, and able to build trust with young people
- Interest in trauma-informed and restorative practices
- A background or interest in sport, drama, or creative arts is a bonus!
Why apply?
- Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent position
- Work as part of a collaborative, therapeutic team
- Excellent training and CPD for those pursuing careers in education, therapy, or psychology
- Ideal experience for further study in Educational Psychology or teaching
At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 350 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators.
Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your Therapeutic Education Teaching Assistant role search:
- Tailored School Matches – We carefully match you with schools that align with your experience and career aspirations
- Exclusive Opportunities – Many of our roles are only available through Parker Smith Inclusion
- Expert Knowledge – We offer insight into each school’s ethos, leadership style, and development opportunities
- Transparent Pay Structure – All roles are PAYE only, with no umbrella deductions
- Comprehensive Interview Support – We prepare you every step of the way
- Specialist Settings – Work with children and young people with SEMH, ASC, ADHD, and complex needs
If you are interested in this Therapeutic Education Teaching Assistant position, please apply today or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.