Maximise your chances of a successful application to this job by ensuring your CV and skills are a good match. SEMH Support AssistantSecondary School, Hammersmith Start: ASAPFull-time, long-termVeritas Education We're supporting a secondary school in Hammersmith who are looking for an SEMH Support Assistant to join them as soon as possible. The school has a friendly, supportive inclusion team and is looking for someone who can build positive relationships with students and help them stay engaged in lessons. What the role involves Supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs Working 1:1 or with small groups (Interventions) Helping with emotional regulation and behaviour routines Working closely with the SEN and pastoral teams Keeping students focused and encouraging positive choices Who we're looking for Someone who is: Patient, calm and confident around young people Able to manage behaviour in a positive, consistent way Experienced with SEMH, PRUs, or challenging behaviour (school or youth work background also welcome) Reliable and ready to start quickly Why apply through Veritas Supportive team and regular check-ins Competitive daily rates Long-term opportunity with potential to progress If you're interested and available immediately, get in touch with Gemma at Veritas. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained You must have legal right to work in the UK You must be willing to attend a registration interview Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. xehkeey We accept applications from all sections of the community.'