Teaching Assistant

Teach Now Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now Limited is seeking a resilient and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH to join a supportive specialist school for boys aged 11–16 in Hertfordshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity to help young people overcome barriers to learning and develop academically, socially and emotionally.

You will initially work within the classroom, supporting teachers to create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Patience and resilience in supporting SEMH students.
• Calm and professional when pupils face difficulties.
• Consistent structure and positive relationships are essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork within a multidisciplinary setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support students during lessons, individually or in small groups.
• Help pupils understand tasks and stay focused.
• Adapt approach to individual learning and emotional needs.
• Support emotional regulation, confidence and resilience.
• Build positive relationships with pupils while maintaining boundaries.
• Reinforce classroom expectations and routines.
• Assist with transitions and organisational tasks.
• Monitor engagement and share observations with staff.
• Encourage pupil independence in learning.
• Contribute to a safe, calm school environment.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Consistency & structure

Communication

Safeguarding

Right to work in the UK

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH Location: Hertfordshire Salary: £19,904 per year Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start date: Immediate Part-time hours may be considered Teach Now is seeking a resilient and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH to join a supportive specialist school for boys aged 11–16. This is an excellent opportunity to help young people overcome barriers to learning and develop academically, socially and emotionally. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will initially work within the classroom, supporting teachers to create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students during lessons, both individually and in small groups.
• Help pupils understand tasks and remain focused and engaged.
• Adapt your approach to individual learning, communication and emotional needs.
• Support emotional regulation, confidence and resilience.
• Build positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Reinforce positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
• Support classroom routines, organisation and transitions.
• Monitor engagement and share relevant observations with teaching and pastoral staff.
• Encourage pupils to become more independent in their learning.
• Contribute to a safe, calm and supportive school environment.

About you

• Be patient, resilient and genuinely passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Remain calm and professional when pupils are experiencing difficulties.
• Understand the importance of consistency, structure and positive relationships.
• Communicate confidently and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

Previous experience in an SEMH school is highly desirable. However, candidates with relevant experience supporting young people with additional needs or behaviours that challenge will also be considered.

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.