Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with ASD in an outstanding primary school in Islington. This full-time role offers a competitive daily rate of £85-100 and the chance to work in a supportive environment until July 2026. Applicants should have prior experience as a Teaching Assistant in SEN settings and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. The role offers professional development opportunities to enhance your career.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Full-time placement until July 2026

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant supporting children with SEN, ideally in ASD settings.
• Knowledge of SEN strategies and understanding of supporting children with additional needs.
• Ability to motivate, nurture, and engage children in a structured classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons and activities.
• Provide one‑to‑one and small group support for pupils in the ASD unit.
• Assist in planning and implementing engaging, tailored learning activities.
• Observe, record, and provide feedback on pupil progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Looking to make a real difference in children's lives? Reeson Education are thrilled to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding one-form-entry primary school in Islington. This full‑time role is in the ASD unit, providing specialist support for children with additional needs.

Role: Teaching Assistant

• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons and activities as a proactive Teaching Assistant.
• Provide one‑to‑one and small group support for pupils in the ASD unit as a committed Teaching Assistant.
• Assist in planning and implementing engaging, tailored learning activities as a skilled Teaching Assistant.
• Observe, record, and provide feedback on pupil progress in your role as a Teaching Assistant.

Requirements for the Teaching Assistant

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant supporting children with SEN, ideally in ASD settings.
• Knowledge of SEN strategies and understanding of supporting children with additional needs as a Teaching Assistant.
• Strong communication, patience, and teamwork skills essential for success as a Teaching Assistant.
• Ability to motivate, nurture, and engage children in a structured classroom environment as a Teaching Assistant.

Benefits of being a Teaching Assistant with Reeson Education

• Competitive daily rate of 85-100 for your role as a Teaching Assistant.
• Full‑time placement until July 2026, offering stability as a Teaching Assistant.
• Opportunity to work in an outstanding Ofsted‑rated school where your contribution as a Teaching Assistant is highly valued.
• Access to professional development and ongoing support to grow your career as a Teaching Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and vibrant school as a Teaching Assistant, specialising in SEN and making a lasting impact on children with ASD. If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with prior SEN experience, you will have the chance to develop your skills, work closely with pupils who benefit most from your support, and enjoy a rewarding role in Islington.

Apply now to secure your position as a Teaching Assistant with Reeson Education!

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.