SEND Teaching Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

REESON Education; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Islington is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs such as autism and ADHD. This full-time role starting immediately offers a friendly and inclusive environment, ongoing training, and a collaborative team atmosphere. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, a patient attitude and a passion for supporting children.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership and a collaborative team

Well-resourced specialist provision with excellent facilities

Friendly, welcoming and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs preferred but not essential.
• A calm, patient, and positive attitude is essential.
• Genuine passion for helping children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of special educational needs.
• Help pupils access learning and develop social skills.
• Build confidence in a safe and supportive setting.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Calm attitude

Patient approach

Proactive approach

Passion for supporting children with additional needs

Job description

Reeson Education is working with a warm and inclusive Primary School in Islington who are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their on-site specialist provision. This is a full-time role starting immediately.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be working within the school's specialist provision, supporting children with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties. You'll play a key role in helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and develop vital social and emotional skills in a safe and supportive setting.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs (preferred but not essential)

• A calm, patient, and positive attitude

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive, flexible and reliable approach

• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

The School Offers:

• A friendly, welcoming and inclusive environment

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• A well-resourced specialist provision with excellent facilities

• Convenient location with great transport links

Salary:

90 to 105 per day (dependent on experience)

Apply Today:

If you're a caring, committed SEN Teaching Assistant ready to start immediately in a fantastic Islington primary school, contact Reeson Education today to apply or find out more.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%