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SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH Focus | Camden SEN School
Salary: £95–£110 per day | Term-time only | Full-time
Location: Camden, North London
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a graduate with a strong academic background in education, psychology, or childhood development? Do you have a genuine passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
This specialist SEN school in Camden is seeking a dedicated and emotionally intelligent SEN Teaching Assistant to join their exceptional team from September. The role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a highly rewarding environment, working with students who need consistent, therapeutic, and academic support.
Ideal for graduates looking to become educational psychologists, therapists, or SEN teachers, this SEN Teaching Assistant position will provide hands-on experience within a trauma-informed setting guided by experienced leaders and specialist practitioners.
Key Highlights:
* Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH Specialist
* Salary: £95–£115 per day depending on experience
* Location: Camden, North London
* School Ofsted: Rated ‘Good’ SEN specialist provision
* Focus: Supporting students with SEMH needs aged 11–16
* Training: Ongoing CPD, behaviour management & therapeutic strategies
* Interview Dates: Ongoing – immediate applications encouraged
* Best Suited For: Graduates with a background in education or child psychology
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH
* Supporting with de-escalation, emotional regulation, and classroom focus
* Building trusted, professional relationships with vulnerable students
* Helping students re-engage with education through structured learning
* Working closely with pastoral staff, therapists, and teaching teams
* Supporting tailored behaviour plans and learning targets
Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant for this Camden School:
* A graduate with a 2:1 or above in education, psychology, or childhood development
* Previous experience working with children or young people (SEMH or SEN preferred)
* Emotionally resilient, patient, and confident in handling behavioural challenges
* Excellent communicator and proactive team player
* Committed to full-time work for the full academic year
Why Join This Camden SEN School?:
* Highly supportive specialist staff and experienced SEN leadership
* Excellent CPD including Team Teach and trauma-informed practice
* OFSTED-rated ‘Good’ provision with a focus on inclusion and growth
* Strong links with external professionals (EPs, therapists, social care)
* Opportunities to progress into clinical or education-based postgraduate study
* Located in Central London with excellent transport connections
How to Apply:
Are you ready to take on a challenging and fulfilling role where every day brings the chance to make a difference? Apply now for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Camden and start your journey in SEMH education today.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to gain long-term experience in a specialist Camden SEN school
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