SEN Teaching Assistant - Trauma-Informed - Muswell Hill - Primary School
A highly reputable Primary School in Muswell Hill, North London, is seeking an exceptional SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately. The school's SENCO has made it clear that this SEN Teaching Assistant role requires someone with extensive training, proven behaviour-management expertise, and a deep understanding of trauma-informed practice.
This is not an entry-level role. The children present significant behavioural challenges, often with complex emotional needs, dysregulation, and unpredictable responses. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant must be confident, experienced, and capable of maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment at all times.
The SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with skilled staff, external professionals, and demanding parents who expect consistency and expertise. You must be able to communicate professionally, de-escalate behaviour safely, and implement strategies based on trauma-informed language, attachment awareness, and positive behaviour interventions.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you must be able to:
Apply trauma-informed and attachment-aware approaches at all times
De-escalate challenging behaviour using safe and proven strategies
Work 1:1 with children who present high levels of behavioural need
Maintain calm, structure and routine in moments of dysregulation
Communicate professionally with staff and parents
Build trust while maintaining firm, consistent boundaries
You MUST have:
Extensive SEN experience in primary settings
Strong behaviour management training (Team Teach or equivalent preferred)
Experience supporting children with emotional trauma and high behavioural needs
The confidence to work with demanding parents
The resilience and professionalism required for a highly challenging role
This long-term SEN Teaching Assistant position offers excellent support from a knowledgeable SENCO and senior leadership team, but only experienced practitioners will be shortlisted.
Key Details:
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant (complex needs & trauma-informed practice)
Location: Muswell Hill, North London
Start: Immediate
Duration: Full academic year, potential to extend
Pay: £90-£110 per day (experience dependent)
If you are a highly skilled SEN Teaching Assistant confident in managing complex behaviour safely and effectively, apply today for an immediate trial.
Reeson Education:
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Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%
