SEMH Teaching Assistant - Specialist Support Role

Location: Enfield Start Date: 13th April 2026 Daily Rate: £95-£115 per day (dependent on experience)

We are currently seeking dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in a dynamic and nurturing educational setting.

This is a highly impactful role where your ability to build trust, provide consistency, and understand behaviour through a trauma-informed lens will be essential.

About the Role You will be working closely with students who may have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), trauma, or significant emotional challenges. Your role will involve supporting them both academically and emotionally, helping them to regulate, engage, and succeed within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs Build strong, trusting relationships with students Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams Implement individual support plans and interventions Maintain a calm, consistent, and safe learning environment

Essential Requirements Proven experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice Ability to de-escalate challenging behaviours calmly and effectively Resilient, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach Experience in schools, PRUs, alternative provisions, or care settings Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desirable (but not essential) Team Teach or other behaviour management training Experience supporting pupils with ADHD, ASD, or attachment difficulties Background in youth work, mentoring, or social care

What We're Looking For This role is not just about classroom support - it's about consistency, empathy, and understanding the "why" behind behaviour. We are looking for individuals who can remain calm under pressure, build meaningful relationships, and genuinely make a difference to vulnerable young people.

If you have the experience, resilience, and passion to support young people with SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you