SEMH Teaching Assistant
Specialist SEMH School – Enfield
Start Date: September 2025
Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs? Do you want to make a real difference in helping students overcome barriers to learning and thrive both emotionally and academically?
We are working with a progressive and inclusive SEMH specialist school in Enfield, seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team this September. The school supports with significant SEMH needs and associated challenges, offering a structured, nurturing environment where students can rebuild trust, confidence, and engagement in learning.
About the Role:
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Supporting students with SEMH needs often combined with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences
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Providing consistent, calm and emotionally literate support in and outside of lessons
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Supporting students with emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies
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Working closely with teachers, therapists, and behaviour support teams to deliver individualised intervention plans
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Promoting a safe, structured, and relational learning environment
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Supporting learning in both 1:1 and small group settings
The School Is Looking for Someone Who:
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Has experience (formal or informal) working with young people who have challenging behaviour or SEMH needs
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Is emotionally resilient, patient, and able to remain calm in high-pressure situations
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Has a strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches and restorative practices
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Can build trusting, therapeutic relationships with students who may have experienced trauma or exclusion
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Is passionate about inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners
What the School Offers:
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A supportive and skilled teams committed to trauma-informed practice
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Regular training and CPD focused on SEMH, behaviour support, and therapeutic approaches
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Opportunities for career development within a growing trust
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A real chance to change lives and make a lasting impact on young people who need it most
If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and support students with SEMH needs in a meaningful way, we want to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion on 0203 011 4848 to find out more.