Job Description

SEN TA with Specialism in SEMH Needs

Hours of Work: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Term Time

Pay: £85-£100 per day

Location: Harrow

Job Type: Full Time, Long Term

About the school:

Our school provides a unique, mainstream-style education with a specialist approach, helping remove the barriers often faced by students with special educational needs. Nestled in Harrow, we offer bright, lovely classrooms and state-of-the-art facilities, including specialised outdoor learning spaces designed to support children’s learning and development holistically. Our diverse and inclusive environment means you’ll be part of a school that values every child’s potential and works tirelessly to help them achieve their best.

About the role:

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team in Harrow. This full-time, long-term role will see you working alongside a welcoming school community that’s committed to giving every student the chance to thrive.

As an SEN TA with a specialism in SEMH needs, you will play a vital role in supporting children in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Working closely with teachers, you will assist students with a range of SEMH challenges, providing both academic and emotional support to help them overcome their personal hurdles. You will be a key player in promoting independence, resilience, and confidence in children who may otherwise struggle to engage in a mainstream classroom.

This role requires someone who can connect with students, using empathy, patience, and creativity to inspire and motivate them. You’ll be working 1:1 and in small groups, tailoring your approach to meet the individual needs of each child, and ensuring they feel included and supported in their learning journey.

Application Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children with SEMH needs.

• Strong communication skills and a nurturing approach.

• A passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

• Ability to work as part of a close-knit team.

• A commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and group support to students with SEMH needs.

• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering learning activities.

• Build positive, trusting relationships with students, helping them to manage their emotions and behaviour.

• Use creative strategies to help students engage with the curriculum.

• Work collaboratively with the SENCO and other staff members to implement individual learning plans.

Perks and Benefits:

Joining our school means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative team. We believe in continuous professional development and offer a range of CPD opportunities. You’ll also benefit from working in a school with a fantastic community feel, state-of-the-art facilities, and a genuine commitment to the wellbeing and success of both staff and students. Expect to be welcomed into a nurturing, family-like environment where every day brings the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of our children.

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance