Specialist Primary SEMH Support Assistant - Camden

Specialist Primary SEMH Support Assistant
Location: Camden, London
Start Date: After the Easter Holidays
Contract: Full time, Term time only
Salary: £100 – £115 per day (depending on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? A welcoming Primary School in Camden is seeking a patient, nurturing, and dedicated Specialist SEMH Support Assistant to join their team after the Easter holidays.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience or strong interest in supporting children with additional behavioural and emotional needs. You will work 1:1 alongside the class teacher within the school’s specialist SEMH provision, helping pupils to re-engage in learning and develop positive relationships in a supportive, structured environment.

The Role

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs within a primary classroom.
• Support the class teacher with behaviour management, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Help maintain a calm, positive learning environment where all children can thrive.
• Encourage and model positive behaviour and communication strategies.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with SEMH, behavioural, or SEND pupils, ideally in a primary setting.
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting children’s needs.
• A genuine passion for helping all pupils succeed both academically and emotionally.
• Team-player attitude, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

The School Offers

• A dedicated SEMH provision with specialist staff and resources.
• Supportive leadership and experienced colleagues who value teamwork.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities and training.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, apply today to join this caring Camden primary school as their Specialist SEMH Support Assistant after Easter.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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