At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with ADHD in lessons and help them stay engaged.
- Company: A supportive secondary school in Enfield with a focus on inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training in SEN strategies, and a collaborative team environment.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to promoting equality and supporting every student.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in education.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people and understanding of ADHD is essential.
The predicted salary is between 22545 - 27555 £ per year.
Enfield, United Kingdom | Posted on 03/08/2026
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start Date: 8 September 2026
Location: Enfield, London, UK
Pay is dependent on relevant experience and qualifications. Higher rates may apply to candidates with substantial ADHD, behaviour-support, SEMH or secondary-school experience.
A supportive Enfield secondary school is seeking an energetic and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant (ADHD) to join its inclusion team from September. The appointed SEN Teaching Assistant will support students who experience difficulties with attention, organisation, impulsivity and emotional regulation. You will help students remain engaged in learning, break tasks into manageable steps and develop strategies that support greater independence. This opportunity would suit someone who can remain calm under pressure, set clear boundaries and recognise the strengths and potential of every student.
Main Duties
- Supporting students with ADHD during lessons
- Helping students organise equipment, homework and deadlines
- Breaking learning into clear, achievable stages
- Reinforcing positive behaviour and classroom expectations
- Supporting emotional regulation and restorative conversations
- Delivering targeted one-to-one or small-group interventions
- Monitoring engagement and recording progress
- Liaising with teachers, pastoral leaders and the SENCO
Candidate Requirements
- Experience supporting young people in education, youth work or care
- An understanding of ADHD and its impact on learning
- Patience, resilience and a positive communication style
- The ability to follow individual education and behaviour plans
- A strong commitment to safeguarding
- Right to work in the UK
- Experience supporting students with SEMH, challenging behaviour or executive-function difficulties would be beneficial.
The School Can Provide
- An experienced inclusion and pastoral team
- Clear behaviour and safeguarding systems
- Training in relevant SEN strategies
- Supportive colleagues and senior leaders
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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