Jobs in London - SEMH Teaching Assistant • North West London

Company: Smart Teachers

North West London

SEMH Primary Teaching Assistant Kingsbury, North West London£500–£520 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)Start date: Jan 2026/Immediate Start. Temp to PermA compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant is required to join a nurturing Pupil Referral Unit supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) for Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and other additional needs.The setting provides a therapeutic and inclusive environment where every child is recognised and supported as an individual. Its tailored curriculum helps pupils to develop confidence, emotional literacy, and academic progress at a pace suited to their needs. Although this role will primarily support the primary age range, flexibility to work with Key Stage 3 pupils is essential to ensure consistent support and smooth transitions across the school.What the Role Offers Access to a multi-disciplinary team, including therapeutic and pastoral professionals A holistic, child-centred approach that promotes resilience and self-regulation Ongoing professional development and opportunities for progression Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils across the Primary Unit, with flexibility to assist KS3 students where required Support children in developing both learning and life skills through structured interventions Encourage positive behaviour, engagement, and social interaction in line with individual support plans Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure a consistent, trauma-informed approach Contribute to creating a safe, trusting environment where every pupil feels valued and supported Person Specification Experience supporting children with SEND and/or SEMH needs (desirable but not essential) A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to working with young people Commitment to promoting inclusion, wellbeing, and positive behaviour Full-time availability (Monday–Friday, 8:15am–4:00pm) A genuine desire to help pupils overcome barriers and reach their potential What we offerAs a SEN Teaching Assistant and part of our team, you benefit from: Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).Social and networking events.Pension contributions.CPD to help with your professional development.Access to a dedicated consultant.Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration About usWe are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.How to applyIf you are a Special Needs Teaching Assistants who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on #smartsupport