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SEMH Teaching Assistant – Enfield – Long Term

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Job Location:

Enfield - UK

Daily Salary: £ 95 - 115

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 21 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are working with a structured secondary school in Enfield looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust manage behaviour professionally and work alongside experienced staff. What the role involves: - Supporting pupils with SEMH behaviour needs and additional learning needs - Helping pupils stay regulated and engaged in learning - Working with teachers pastoral staff and behaviour leads - Long-term consistent work rather than random day-to-day cover What they are looking for: - A calm firm and reliable personality - Experience in schools youth work mentoring PRU/AP or behaviour support - Someone who can de-escalate not inflame situations - Thick skin patience and a professional mindset Pay: 95 - 115 per day Location: Enfield (EN2 6LN) If you are confident supporting pupils who need structure and consistency apply now.

Required Skills:

Empathy and understandingDifferentiated lesson planning & deliveryAssessment for learningPositive behaviour supportIndividualised curriculum adaptationMulti-agency collaborationCommunication expertise Safeguarding & pastoral careData & record keepingAssistive technology proficiency Teamwork & coachingReflective practice & CPD

Required Education:

Postgraduate qualification or accredited training in SEND (e.g. National Award for SEN Coordination Autism Education Trust dyslexia/SpLD or SEMH)Proficiency in alternative/augmentative communication methodsMakaton PECS AAC using evidence-based interventions such as TEACCH SCERTS or Positive Behaviour in Team-Teach MAPA or similar de-escalation and safe-handling with assistive ed-tech tools and adaptive software

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