SEN Teaching Assistant in Islington)

TLTP Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Islington location

Long-term placement

ASAP start

Job summary

TLTP Group is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN in a primary school setting in Islington, North London. You will provide 1:1 and small-group assistance to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.

You will assist with ASD/SEMH needs, support communication and emotional regulation, and work closely with teachers and the SENCO to foster a calm, inclusive classroom environment. This role is long-term and full-time.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN, ideally in a primary school setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

SEN experience

ASD support

Behaviour support

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people?

Do you have the patience, empathy and enthusiasm to support pupils with additional learning needs?

Can you help children build their confidence, develop their independence and overcome barriers to learning?

SEN Teaching Assistant - The role

• Islington, North London
• Primary school
• Long-term, full-time role
• 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
• £99 - £110 per day
• ASAP start
• Long-term placement

SEN Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities

• 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.

SEN Teaching Assistant - About You

• 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.

SEN Teaching Assistant - What 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.