SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | EN5 2DN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SEMHTEACHINGASS-260204-3603 |
Summary
SEMH Teaching Assistant – Transform Lives, Launch Your Career in Barnet
Step into a transformative role as an SEMH Teaching Assistant in a dynamic Barnet secondary school, where you'll spark real change for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a high-impact opportunity for ambitious graduates who crave meaningful work, rapid professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting difference in young lives. We are searching for the next trailblazer eager to carve out a future as a teacher, educational psychologist, or SEN specialist—someone whose drive and compassion are matched only by their commitment to excellence.
Join an exceptional SEMH Teaching Assistant team celebrated for inclusivity, innovation, and remarkable pastoral care. At our Ofsted 'Good-to-Outstanding' Barnet school, you’ll enjoy daily collaboration with expert educators, exposure to evidence-based intervention strategies, and access to sector-leading resources. This is your launchpad: expect tailored CPD, fast-tracked career development, and the chance to build a portfolio that sets you apart for postgraduate pathways or teacher training. Work at the cutting edge of SEMH best practice and blossom in a vibrant, supportive culture where impact is rewarded and ambition is nurtured.
Key Highlights:
• SEMH Teaching Assistant – Circa £32,000 Pro-rata, unrivalled for support staff
• Prime Barnet location with excellent transport links
• School rated Good-to-Outstanding for both care and outcomes
• Bespoke CPD: ADOS, mental health first aid, therapeutic interventions
• Accelerated progression to teacher training, Ed Psych or SEND
• Purpose-built sensory suites, intervention hubs, and tech-rich learning spaces
• Ideal for high-achieving graduates with ambitions in teaching, SEN, or psychology
What You'll Be Doing:
• Delivering tailored 1:1 and small group SEMH interventions for students aged 11–16
• Leading restorative practice and social skills programmes
• Supporting pupils in crisis moments to re-engage with learning
• Collaborating with onsite therapists, safeguarding leads, and external agencies
• Contributing to EHCP reviews, intervention planning, and family forums
• Analysing impact data and championing student voice in well-being initiatives
Ideal "SEMH Teaching Assistant" for this Barnet School:
• 2:1 or above degree from a top university (Psychology, Education, Child Dev. welcomed)
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, SEN specialist, or children's mental health advocate
• Resilient, compassionate, solutions-driven, always ready to champion every child
• Outstanding communicator who thrives in fast-paced, team-focused settings
• Eager to learn, experiment and master advanced SEMH strategies
Why Join This Barnet School?:
• Work with an inspiring, multi-disciplinary inclusion team
• Personal mentor, career coaching, and senior leadership shadowing
• Staff well-being at the heart of school culture, including mindfulness and EAP
• Enviable facilities—therapy gardens, immersive classrooms, and resources galore
• Vibrant, engaged families and an uplifting, diverse school community
If you’re ready to join a school where your impact as an SEMH Teaching Assistant will inspire real change, accelerate your career, and surround you with outstanding support—this role is your perfect next step. Apply now to become the difference in Barnet’s best SEMH provision; interviews are moving forward swiftly, so seize your place today.
Step into a transformative role as an SEMH Teaching Assistant in a dynamic Barnet secondary school, where you'll spark real change for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a high-impact opportunity for ambitious graduates who crave meaningful work, rapid professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting difference in young lives. We are searching for the next trailblazer eager to carve out a future as a teacher, educational psychologist, or SEN specialist—someone whose drive and compassion are matched only by their commitment to excellence.
Join an exceptional SEMH Teaching Assistant team celebrated for inclusivity, innovation, and remarkable pastoral care. At our Ofsted 'Good-to-Outstanding' Barnet school, you’ll enjoy daily collaboration with expert educators, exposure to evidence-based intervention strategies, and access to sector-leading resources. This is your launchpad: expect tailored CPD, fast-tracked career development, and the chance to build a portfolio that sets you apart for postgraduate pathways or teacher training. Work at the cutting edge of SEMH best practice and blossom in a vibrant, supportive culture where impact is rewarded and ambition is nurtured.
Key Highlights:
• SEMH Teaching Assistant – Circa £32,000 Pro-rata, unrivalled for support staff
• Prime Barnet location with excellent transport links
• School rated Good-to-Outstanding for both care and outcomes
• Bespoke CPD: ADOS, mental health first aid, therapeutic interventions
• Accelerated progression to teacher training, Ed Psych or SEND
• Purpose-built sensory suites, intervention hubs, and tech-rich learning spaces
• Ideal for high-achieving graduates with ambitions in teaching, SEN, or psychology
What You'll Be Doing:
• Delivering tailored 1:1 and small group SEMH interventions for students aged 11–16
• Leading restorative practice and social skills programmes
• Supporting pupils in crisis moments to re-engage with learning
• Collaborating with onsite therapists, safeguarding leads, and external agencies
• Contributing to EHCP reviews, intervention planning, and family forums
• Analysing impact data and championing student voice in well-being initiatives
Ideal "SEMH Teaching Assistant" for this Barnet School:
• 2:1 or above degree from a top university (Psychology, Education, Child Dev. welcomed)
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, SEN specialist, or children's mental health advocate
• Resilient, compassionate, solutions-driven, always ready to champion every child
• Outstanding communicator who thrives in fast-paced, team-focused settings
• Eager to learn, experiment and master advanced SEMH strategies
Why Join This Barnet School?:
• Work with an inspiring, multi-disciplinary inclusion team
• Personal mentor, career coaching, and senior leadership shadowing
• Staff well-being at the heart of school culture, including mindfulness and EAP
• Enviable facilities—therapy gardens, immersive classrooms, and resources galore
• Vibrant, engaged families and an uplifting, diverse school community
If you’re ready to join a school where your impact as an SEMH Teaching Assistant will inspire real change, accelerate your career, and surround you with outstanding support—this role is your perfect next step. Apply now to become the difference in Barnet’s best SEMH provision; interviews are moving forward swiftly, so seize your place today.