SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking reliable Teaching Assistants to support children and young people in Islington's primary, secondary and SEN schools. The role involves assisting with lessons, managing routines and helping create a calm, inclusive classroom environment.

The ideal candidate has prior experience with children or youth work, strong communication and teamwork skills, and is willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS. Islington schools offer rewarding, school-based roles with opportunities across multiple

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Desirable: school, nursery, tutoring, care, mentoring or youth work experience.
• Patient, reliable and positive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with different learning needs.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to get involved.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in class on a 1:1, small group and whole-class basis.
• Assist teachers with lessons, activities and classroom routines.
• Help pupils stay focused, engaged and confident in their learning.
• Support positive behaviour and encourage participation.
• Work with pupils of different abilities and learning needs.
• Help create a calm, supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils with additional needs where required.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider school staff.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group instruction

Classroom routines

Behaviour support

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Enhanced DBS

Job description

We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work with supportive schools based in Islington.

This is a great opportunity for candidates who are passionate about supporting children and young people within a school setting. The schools are looking for confident, proactive and caring individuals who can support pupils with their learning, behaviour, confidence and daily classroom routines.

Position: Teaching Assistant

Location: Islington

School Type: Primary, Secondary and SEN Schools

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils in class on a 1:1, small group and whole-class basis
• Assist teachers with lessons, activities and classroom routines
• Help pupils stay focused, engaged and confident in their learning
• Support positive behaviour and encourage participation
• Work with pupils of different abilities and learning needs
• Help create a calm, supportive and inclusive classroom environment
• Support pupils with additional needs where required
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider school staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• School, nursery, tutoring, care, mentoring or youth work experience is desirable
• A patient, reliable and positive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting pupils with different learning needs
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one

This is a fantastic opportunity for Teaching Assistants looking for rewarding school-based roles within Islington.