SEN Teaching Assistant - Daily/Ad-Hoc Supply, Islington

Academics Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for daily/ad-hoc supply in Islington. You will support students aged 11-16 with Autism and learning difficulties, helping them access learning in a safe space.

This role starts ASAP and offers flexible day-to-day work with potential longer-term placements. The ideal candidate may have experience as a sports coach, childminder, or volunteer for charities; psychology graduates or those with related education SEN links are encouraged to

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, particularly autism.
• Psychology degree or SEN-related education degree is desirable.
• Experience as sports coach, childminder, or charity volunteer is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism and learning difficulties.
• Help develop communication, social, and independence skills.
• Contribute to a structured, inclusive learning environment in Islington.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism awareness

Childcare/babysitting experience

Education

Psychology degree or SEN-related degree (desirable)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Daily/Ad-Hoc Supply, Islington

Have you worked or volunteered as a sports coach or youth worker and are passionate about giving young people a chance to reach their full potential? Do you have an interest in working with young people and helping them build confidence, feel secure and access their learning in a safe space? Would you like to work in the Borough of Islington?

SEN Teaching Assistant - daily/ad-hoc supply

Supporting pupils with Autism and learning difficulties

Working with pupils aged 11-16

Starting ASAP

Borough of Islington

5 days a week, Mon-Fri (term time only)

£95-£105 per day PAYE

Flexible supply work, with the option of longer-term placementsThis SEN Teaching Assistant role based in Islington is in a school committed to supporting pupils with Autism and learning difficulties, focusing on a sense of belonging and developing the life skills that help with emotional regulation as well as personal development. By creating a fun, inclusive and structured environment where young people can develop communication, social skills and Sensory, Physical, and Independent Life Skills, this opportunity is perfect for psychology graduates, aspiring actors, club coaches, and people with experience in childminding or babysitting or volunteering for a charity who are looking to use their practical experience and add value in a lively SEN school.

Applications are welcome from candidates with any of the following:

• Professional, voluntary or personal experience of SEN, particularly autism
• A Psychology degree or a degree linked to education or SEN (desirable)
• You might have experience as a sports coach or coaching in children's clubs, childminding or you might have experience working or volunteering for charitiesSTARTING ASAP!

If you're interested in working day to day making a positive impact in children's lives alongside friendly peers in an engaging specialist school, then this SEN Teaching Assistant role may be perfect for you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy