SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Islington Education & Training Jobs

Veritas Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a highly experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for an Ofsted Outstanding Catholic primary school in Islington. The role requires a minimum of five years' experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs. Responsibilities include providing supportive interventions, promoting an inclusive learning environment, and collaborating with teachers. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive school community with long-term stability.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative staff community

Long-term stability with potential for progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant in a primary school.
• Strong understanding of additional needs and support strategies.
• Reliable, patient, and committed to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of SEND.
• Assist in planning and delivering targeted interventions.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with staff and parents.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with SEND

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Patience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Ofsted Outstanding Catholic Primary School (Islington)
Daily Rate: 95- 125
Start Date: Immediate
Employer: Veritas Education
Contract: Long-Term

Veritas Education is seeking a highly experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Ofsted Outstanding Catholic primary school located in Islington. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and skilled practitioner with a minimum of five years' experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs within a primary setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of SEND, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and global developmental delay.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of targeted interventions in collaboration with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Promote a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment aligned with the school's values and Catholic ethos (practising faith is not a requirement).
• Contribute to pupil progress through effective behaviour regulation, communication support, and engagement strategies.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with staff, parents, and external professionals as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of a range of additional needs and appropriate support strategies.
• Demonstrable ability to build positive, supportive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, proactive approach.
• Reliability, patience, and a genuine commitment to inclusive education.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and well-structured leadership team.
• An exceptionally high standard of teaching and behaviour, consistent with Ofsted Outstanding provision.
• A collaborative, welcoming staff community.
• Long-term stability with potential for progression.

If you meet the above criteria and are seeking a rewarding role within an exceptional school environment, please submit your CV or call Veritas on (phone number removed) for more information.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'