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SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

About the school
Teach Now is looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN teaching assistant (SEMH) to join a warm and inclusive primary school in Enfield this September.

This welcoming school prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where every child is supported, nurtured, and given the tools to succeed—regardless of the challenges they face. With a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, the school offers a supportive staff team, excellent resources, and consistent training opportunities to help you thrive in your role.

The role
You will work closely with children in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, providing both 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs. Your role will involve helping students build emotional resilience, manage behaviour positively, and engage confidently with learning.

Key responsibilities
• Support the emotional and behavioural development of pupils with SEMH
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and outside professionals
• Deliver targeted interventions tailored to individual needs
• Foster a safe, inclusive and encouraging learning environment
• Monitor and report progress to teaching staff and parents

Ideal candidate
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, autism, ADHD, or behavioural challenges
• Calm, patient and nurturing demeanour
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
• A proactive team player with a passion for inclusive education
• Strong communication skills and resilience in a dynamic classroom environment

Why apply?
• Be part of a nurturing school community that values wellbeing
• Ongoing CPD and support from experienced SEN professionals
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in young lives
• Local to transport links and based in a vibrant North London borough

Why work via Teach Now?
Teach Now are a widely recognised education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance