Specialist SEMH Support Staff; Primary), CLARUS Education

Overview

Specialist SEMH Support Staff (Primary), CLARUS EDUCATION

Location:

Camden | February Start

Term-time only | £95–£120 per day

Long-term role until July 2026 (with potential extension)

A welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in Camden is seeking a Specialist SEMH Support Staff member to join their dedicated SEMH provision. This role involves delivering 1:1 or 1:2 targeted support to pupils across the primary age range, helping them to regulate emotions, access learning, and build positive relationships.

• Providing consistent 1:1 or 1:2 SEMH support within the specialist unit and across the school day.
• Using trauma-informed and attachment-aware approaches to promote emotional regulation and engagement.
• Supporting pupils to develop self-regulation skills through clear boundaries and predictable routines.
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCo, and external SEMH professionals to deliver individual support plans.
• Creating a calm, safe, and nurturing environment where pupils feel understood and supported.
• Tracking progress, celebrating small successes, and adapting strategies as pupils’ needs evolve.

• Empathetic, resilient, and confident in supporting children with complex emotional needs.
• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural needs, trauma, or attachment difficulties.
• A calm and consistent approach, particularly in emotionally challenging situations.
• Strong relationship-building skills and confidence using de-escalation strategies.
• Relevant qualifications or a strong academic background.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a setting where SEMH is genuinely prioritised. You will be supported by experienced staff, valued for your contribution, and given the chance to make a lasting difference to children’s wellbeing, confidence, and development.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please see our website page headed ‘About’ and scroll to the bottom to see our ‘Privacy Notice’ for details on how we use information we collect about you.