Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is working with an Outstanding-rated primary school in Islington seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the school's SEN unit across KS1-KS2. This role starts ASAP and is full-time and long-term.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, help with personalised learning plans, and contribute to a safe, engaging learning environment in a well-resourced setting with strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is essential.
• Strong understanding of a range of additional needs (ASD, ADHD, speech and language).
• Patient, proactive and nurturing approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs within the school's SEN unit.
• Working with children across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support.
• Assisting with personalised learning plans and classroom activities.
• Promoting a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

ASD

ADHD

Speech and language needs

Teamwork

1:1 support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School (KS1-KS2)

Location: Islington

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £85-£100 per day (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in a supportive and high-achieving school?

We are working with an Outstanding-rated primary school in Islington that is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils within their specialist SEN unit.

This role involves working with children across KS1 and KS2 who have a range of additional learning needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-resourced setting with a strong reputation for inclusion, excellent leadership, and a collaborative staff team.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs within the school's SEN unit
• Working with children across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Assisting with personalised learning plans and classroom activities
• Promoting a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is essential
• Strong understanding of a range of additional needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech and language)
• A patient, proactive, and nurturing approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

What the School Offers

• Outstanding Ofsted rating
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Well-structured SEN provision with excellent resources
• Opportunities for training and professional development

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 and expects all staff to share this commitment.

If you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and are looking to make a real difference in a high-quality school setting, we would love to hear from you.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%