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SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Islington, North London
Role: Primary school
Shift: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: GBP 99 - GBP 110 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Long-term placement
Key Responsibilities
As An SEN Teaching Assistant, You Will
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
- Support children with ASD and SEMH needs.
- Assist with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
- Support positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO.
- Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs.
- Create a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
- Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and social development.
- Build positive relationships with pupils and the wider school team.
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About You
The Successful SEN Teaching Assistant Will Have
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN, ideally in a primary school setting.
- Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or SEMH needs.
- A patient, calm, and nurturing approach.
- Confidence supporting emotional regulation and behaviour.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with teachers and the SENCO.
- The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
- A flexible and consistent approach when supporting children with additional needs.
- A genuine passion for supporting children's development, wellbeing, and progress.
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In Return, We Offer
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference supporting children with SEN.
- Work within a supportive primary school in Islington.
- Develop experience supporting pupils with ASD and SEMH needs.
- Ongoing support to develop your SEN knowledge and skills.
- Gain valuable experience in behaviour support and emotional regulation.
- Work as part of a welcoming and collaborative team.
- Build strong relationships and support pupils' confidence, independence, and development.
If you are a dedicated, patient, and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to help children overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence, and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.
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