SEN Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 19,372; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Access to free CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in Haringey is recruiting two SEN Teaching Assistants to support children in Reception and Year 2. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEN, empathy, and excellent communication skills. The roles offer long-term placements and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, focusing on inclusive excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN, especially at Early Years or KS1 levels.
• Knowledge of early communication strategies, visual supports, and structured learning approaches.
• Calm, professional presence.

Responsibilities

• Support children with early learning challenges.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group instruction keyed to individual needs.
• Use behavior management techniques.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Empathy

Patience

Excellent communication skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Reception & Year 2
Location: Haringey (N15) - commutable from Wood Green, Tottenham, Turnpike Lane, Seven Sisters
Pay: 90- 105 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, long-term

Long Term Futures is partnering with a kind, nurturing primary school in Haringey to recruit two SEN Teaching Assistants-one to support children in Reception and another in Year 2. These roles are tailor-made for candidates skilled in inclusive practice who genuinely care about building confidence, resilience, and independence in young learners.

Role Overview

Reception SEN TA

You'll support children with early learning challenges, including communication and social development. Your role will involve embedding routine, supporting small group learning, and using visual and sensory tools to help children access the Early Years curriculum successfully.

Year 2 SEN TA

You will work with primary-aged pupils who may be working below Year 2 curriculum expectations or have learning differences such as ASD, speech and language difficulties, or processing needs. You'll implement structured interventions, scaffold learning, and promote positive behaviour strategies.

In both roles, you will:

• Deliver 1:1 and small group instruction keyed to individual needs
• Use behaviour management techniques to maintain calm and inclusive learning spaces
• Adapt learning materials with scaffolding and visual aids
• Monitor and record student progress, contributing to target-setting and review meetings
• Collaborate with class teachers, SENCOs, and external support professionals

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience supporting children with SEN, especially at Early Years or KS1 levels
• Empathy, patience, and a thoughtful, child-centred approach
• Knowledge of early communication strategies, visual supports, and structured learning approaches
• Calm, professional presence with excellent communication skills

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term placements in schools committed to inclusive excellence
• Weekly pay through a seamless online system
• Access to free CPD, including SEN updates and behaviour strategies
• A dedicated consultant to support your career development

Apply now to join a school that values holistic growth and empowering all learners.
Not sure if it's the right fit? Contact Hugh at Long Term Futures to discuss other SEN and TA opportunities across Haringey and North London.