SEN Teaching Assistant

Philosophy Education; Wood Green; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment firm is seeking a part-time SEN Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Haringey. The role involves providing one-to-one support to a Year 1 pupil with additional behavioural needs. Candidates must have experience with SEN and a calm, patient approach to promote engagement and positive behaviours. This position requires collaboration with educators and parents to ensure the child's emotional and educational well-being, with working hours from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, five mornings a week.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs and behavioural needs is essential.
• Must have a calm, resilient, and consistent approach to handling challenging behaviour.
• Professional attitude with a commitment to inclusivity in education.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support tailored to the pupil's individual needs.
• Support engagement with learning activities in and out of the classroom.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social interactions.
• Implement behaviour strategies according to school guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and parents for a joined-up approach.
• Support the child's emotional regulation and well-being.

Skills

Supporting children with SEN

Calm and resilient approach

Child-centred attitude

Commitment to inclusive education

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

Primary School, Haringey, North London – Start Date: ASAP

Overview

An inclusive and nurturing primary school in Haringey is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a Year 1 child with additional behavioural needs. This role involves supporting a Year 1 pupil who requires consistent, structured support to access learning and manage behaviour successfully. The child can display defiant and challenging behaviour, therefore a calm, patient, and empathetic approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support tailored to the pupil's individual needs
• Support engagement with learning activities, both in and out of the classroom
• Encourage positive behaviour and social interactions with peers
• Implement behaviour strategies in line with school guidance
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and parents to ensure a consistent and joined‑up approach
• Support the child's emotional regulation and well‑being

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN and behavioural needs
• Calm, resilient, and consistent approach
• Professional and child‑centred attitude
• Committed to inclusive education

Hours & Contract

Part‑time: 5 mornings per week, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. Start date: ASAP. Contract: Agency contract.

About the School

This welcoming two‑form entry free school in Muswell Hill is a popular choice for local families. The school prides itself on its creative, caring, and inclusive ethos, supported by a dynamic leadership team that values collaboration, high expectations, and ongoing professional development for staff.

Application Process

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.