SEN Teaching Assistant

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 resilience

About 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 attitude

Why 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.