SEN Teaching Assistant

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SEMH & SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: North London
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September Start
Salary: £525 - £560 per week

About the School
Our school is a specialist primary provision supporting pupils aged 5–11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
We work with children who may have experienced barriers to learning in mainstream settings, including those with additional needs such as autism and ADHD. The school offers small class sizes, high staff-to-pupil ratios, and a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that every child receives personalised support throughout the school day.

The Role
We are seeking a passionate and resilient SEMH & SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a primary setting. You will play a vital role in helping children engage with learning, regulate their emotions, and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and SEN needs
Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons
Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour management
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support engagement
Implement individual support plans and strategies
Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
Support pupils during transitions, unstructured times, and interventions
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
Encourage the development of social skills, independence, and resilienceAbout You

Experience working with children with SEMH, SEN, autism, or ADHD
A calm, patient, and consistent approach to behaviour support
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
Resilient, adaptable, and able to respond to challenging situations positively
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils
Good literacy and numeracy skills (minimum Level 2 or equivalent)
A team player with a proactive and flexible attitudeWhy Horizon Teachers?

We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible
Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals
We are currently having our busiest year & placing more staff than ever before

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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
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Location:
Islington
Salary:
£525 - £560 /week
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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