SEMH Teaching Assistant. Job in Cockfosters Education & Training Jobs

Company: GSL Education – London SEN
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Location: London
Job Description:

Team Teach Trained SEMH Teaching Assistant Enfield

Are you a Team Teach trained SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in a structured, behaviour-focused setting? This Enfield opportunity is ideal for a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant who is experienced in behaviour management, de-escalation and supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Job Title: Team Teach Trained SEMH Teaching AssistantLocation: EnfieldPay: £95 £120 per dayContract: Full-Time Term Time

Responsibilities

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
  • Using Team Teach strategies to support behaviour and reduce incidents of dysregulation
  • Applying de-escalation techniques to help pupils remain engaged in learning
  • Supporting pupils who may display challenging, aggressive or disruptive behaviours
  • Building positive and trusting relationships with vulnerable young people
  • Encouraging emotional regulation, resilience and positive decision-making
  • Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external professionals
  • Maintaining a safe, structured and supportive learning environment

Qualifications

  • Team Teach trained (current or previously certified)
  • Experience working as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or Youth Worker
  • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
  • Confident supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and associated behavioural needs
  • Calm, resilient and able to remain professional in challenging situations
  • Experience within SEMH schools, SEN schools, PRUs or alternative provisions is highly desirable

Benefits

  • Long-term opportunity within a well-established SEMH setting
  • Team Teach approaches embedded throughout the school culture
  • Excellent support from experienced leadership and pastoral teamsCompetitive daily rates of pay
  • Ongoing CPD and Team Teach refresher training opportunities
  • Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with SEMH needs

Safeguarding: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) is required.

Apply now if you’re a Team Teach trained SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity in Enfield.

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Posted: June 5th, 2026