SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH & ADHD)
Location: Merton, London
Salary: £92.56 – £105 per day
Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Phase: Primary – KS1/KS2
Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are available for candidates with extensive SEN experience and relevant training. Pay is determined in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

Teach Now is recruiting for a dedicated and emotionally intelligent SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH and ADHD within a caring primary school in Merton. This long-term role is ideal for someone who is patient, resilient and passionate about helping children feel safe, understood and ready to learn.
The school offers a warm and inclusive environment where pupils are supported both academically and pastorally. Staff work closely together to create consistent routines, positive relationships and tailored support for children who may need additional help with focus, confidence, emotional regulation or behaviour.

The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils across KS1 and KS2 with SEMH and ADHD needs. You will help children access classroom learning, manage transitions, build independence and develop positive strategies for communication and self-regulation.

Key Responsibilities
• Support pupils with SEMH and ADHD in class and during targeted interventions.
• Help children engage with learning through structured, accessible activities.
• Use calm and consistent behaviour-support strategies.
• Encourage emotional regulation, confidence and positive social interaction.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider pastoral team.
• Support pupils during transitions, routines and less structured parts of the day.
• Contribute to observations, progress updates and individual support planning.

Requirements
• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, ADHD or additional needs.
• Experience in a primary school, SEN setting, behaviour support role or similar child-focused environment.
• A calm, confident and consistent approach to supporting behaviour.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with pupils.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable, such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, childcare, youth work, psychology or SEND training.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Benefits
• Full-time, long-term role starting September 2026.
• Supportive Merton primary school with a strong inclusive ethos.
• Opportunity to develop specialist SEN, SEMH and ADHD experience.
• Competitive daily rate of £92.56 – £105.
• Collaborative staff team and supportive SENCO.
• Ongoing guidance and placement support from Teach Now.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant or graduate with strong SEN experience who wants to make a real difference in a child’s school journey.

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: 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 qualification 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.