SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary School | Camden | Immediate Start

Date Posted: 28 April 2026
Pay: £100.14 – £120.00 per day
Location: Camden
Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm (unpaid lunch break)

SEMH Teaching Assistant Opportunity

A supportive and inclusive primary school in Camden is seeking a committed and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately.

This welcoming school is recognised for its strong community values, nurturing approach, and dedication to supporting pupils with additional needs. With a well-developed SEMH provision already in place, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to make a genuine difference in the lives of children requiring emotional, social, and behavioural support.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils on both a 1:1 and small group basis, helping them overcome barriers to learning, develop emotional resilience, and thrive within a structured educational setting.

Key Responsibilities – SEMH Teaching Assistant

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Supporting behaviour management in line with school policies
• Encouraging emotional regulation, social development, and positive behaviour strategies
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies
• Helping to maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will have:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally supporting SEMH needs
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• A calm, patient, and compassionate approach
• Excellent relationship-building abilities with pupils and staff
• A genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs

Why Join This School?

• Immediate start available
• Competitive daily pay based on experience
• Inclusive and nurturing primary school environment
• Established SEMH support systems
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day
• Supportive leadership and collaborative staff team

Application Process

If you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new role in Camden, we encourage you to apply today.

This vacancy is being filled immediately, with interviews taking place as soon as possible.

To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity, please send your CV today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by their personal consultant within 2 working days.

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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.

SEMH Teaching Assistant | Full time | Immediate Start | Camden

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