SEMH Teaching Assistant – Secondary School – Brent
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, School Counseling & Student Support, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant
We are working with a structured secondary school in Brent looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant who can handle challenge without escalating situations. The school needs someone who can stay calm when pupils test boundaries. You will be supporting pupils who need clear boundaries calm adults and consistent routines. The school is looking for someone who can build trust manage behaviour professionally and work alongside experienced staff.
What the role involves:
- Supporting pupils with SEMH behaviour needs and additional learning needs
- Helping pupils stay regulated and engaged in learning
- Working with teachers pastoral staff and behaviour leads
- Long-term consistent work rather than random day-to-day cover What they are looking for:
- A calm firm and reliable personality
- Experience in schools youth work mentoring PRU/AP or behaviour support
- Someone who can de-escalate not inflame situations
- Thick skin patience and a professional mindset Pay: 95 - 115 per day
Location:
Brent (NW10 4LX
) If you are confident supporting pupils who need structure and consistency apply now.
Required Skills:
Empathy and understanding Differentiated lesson planning & delivery
Assessment for learning
Positive behaviour support
Individualised curriculum adaptation
Multi-agency collaboration
Communication expertise Safeguarding & pastoral care
Data & record keeping
Assistive technology proficiency Teamwork & coaching
Reflective practice & CPD
Required
Education:
Postgraduate qualification or accredited training in SEND (e.g. National Award for SEN Coordination Autism Education Trust dyslexia/SpLD or SEMH)
Proficiency in alternative/augmentative communication methods
Makaton PECS AAC using evidence-based interventions such as TEACCH SCERTS or Positive Behaviour in Team-Teach MAPA or similar de-escalation and safe-handling with assistive ed-tech tools and adaptive software
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Daily Salary Salary: 95 - 115
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