SEN Teaching Assistant (Year 2) at Teach Now

EasyInfoBlog.com LLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,450 - 21,402; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive SEND team

Inclusive school community

Collaborative staff culture

Job summary

EasyInfoBlog.com LLC is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant in Islington, London to support Year 2 pupils with special educational needs. This full-time, temporary position involves providing individualized and group support, delivering phonics sessions, and promoting positive behavior in a nurturing school environment.

Ideal candidates will have experience enabling primary-aged children to thrive, particularly those with SEN. The role offers opportunities to work within a strong supportive SEND team and an inclusive school community.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary-aged children, ideally within Key Stage 1.
• Experience working with pupils with SEN, including autism and/or speech and language needs.
• Good understanding of inclusive classroom practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support within the Year 2 classroom.
• Deliver and reinforce Read Write Inc phonics sessions.
• Support pupils' access to the wider curriculum through scaffolding and visual aids.

Skills

Experience supporting primary-aged children

Experience working with pupils with SEN

Strong communication skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Education

Recognition of a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Agency: Teach Now

Location: Islington, London, UK

Job Type: Full Time, Temporary

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £100–£116 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

We are recruiting for a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington to support Year 2 pupils with special educational needs (SEN). The role focuses on delivering one‑to‑one and small group support, reinforcing the Read Write Inc® phonics programme, and helping pupils develop early reading, writing, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group SEN support within the Year 2 classroom and breakout spaces.
• Deliver and reinforce Read Write Inc phonics sessions, adapting resources to meet individual targets.
• Support pupils’ access to the wider curriculum through scaffolding, visual aids, and practical strategies.
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using a calm and nurturing approach.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENDC, and external professionals.
• Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times where required.

Requirements

• Experience supporting primary‑aged children, ideally within Key Stage 1.
• Experience working with pupils with SEN, including autism and/or speech and language needs.
• A good understanding of inclusive classroom practice.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to model clear, accurate spoken English.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and to use initiative when appropriate.
• Recognition of a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and/or experience delivering Read Write Inc is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

• A warm and inclusive school community.
• A strong and supportive SEND team.
• Clear behaviour systems and structured routines.
• A collaborative and welcoming staff culture.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

We are an equal opportunities employer. All employees are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding, equality, and the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance.