Teaching Assistant

Senploy; London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

SEN CPD

Consultant support

Job summary

Long Term Futures in London is seeking a proactive KS2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Years 3-6 with SEN needs. You'll split time between whole-class assistance and targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions, helping learners access English and Maths and engage with the wider curriculum.

This long-term temporary role starts November 2026 in Crouch End, with weekly pay, dedicated consultant support, and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Prior primary school Teaching Assistant experience preferred.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is essential.
• Good understanding of the KS2 curriculum and ability to support English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Provide general classroom assistance alongside the class teacher.
• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
• Help pupils access English, Maths and the wider curriculum lessons.
• Adapt resources to individual learning levels and needs.
• Monitor pupil progress with teachers and SENCo.

Skills

SEN support

KS2 curriculum

Whole-class support

Literacy support

Job description

KS2 Teaching Assistant - SEN & General Support

Location: Crouch End, Haringey, N8 (commutable from Hornsey, Muswell Hill, Wood Green, Finsbury Park and Highgate)

Start Date: November 2026

Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Looking for a varied Teaching Assistant role where you can support the whole class while making a real difference to pupils with additional needs?

Long Term Futures is recruiting a confident and proactive KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming junior school in Haringey this November.

You'll provide a combination of general classroom support and targeted SEN assistance, helping pupils across Key Stage 2 develop confidence, independence and stronger academic skills.

About the Role

• Support teaching and learning across KS2 (Years 3-6)
• Provide general classroom assistance alongside the class teacher
• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Help pupils access English, Maths and wider curriculum lessons
• Support children with additional learning, attention or communication needs
• Deliver literacy and numeracy interventions where required
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and classroom engagement
• Adapt resources and activities to individual learning levels
• Work closely with teachers and the SENCo to monitor progress

Ideal Candidate

• Previous primary school Teaching Assistant experience is strongly preferred
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is essential
• Good understanding of the KS2 curriculum
• Confident supporting English and Maths
• Able to balance whole-class responsibilities with individual pupil needs
• Patient, adaptable and proactive within a busy classroom
• Strong communication and positive behaviour management skills

Why Long Term Futures?

We specialise in long-term and permanent education placements, helping Teaching Assistants find stable roles where they can become valued members of the school community. You'll receive weekly pay, relevant SEN CPD and dedicated consultant support.

Next Steps

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures to arrange a trial day.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.