Teaching Assistant - Mainstream & SEN Support (Flexible Roles)

Destination Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible opportunities

Long-term opportunities

Permanent opportunities where possible

Dedicated support from an education de

Job summary

Destination Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across mainstream and SEN schools in Islington and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible opportunities with competitive daily rates.

You could work in mainstream classrooms or provide targeted SEN support, depending on the school and your experience. Great for graduates, aspiring teachers or experienced TAs seeking varied placements.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children and young people.
• Patient, caring and approachable.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and adaptable.
• Confident working as part of a team.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Interested in supporting children with additional needs.
• Experienced in education, childcare, youth work or support work.
• SEN experience is highly valued, but transferable experience is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assisting the class teacher with lessons and learning activities.
• Supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and communication skills.
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines.
• Building strong and trusting relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

Passionate about children

Reliable and adaptable

Team player

Building relationships

Support for additional needs

Experience in education/childcare

Job description

Destination Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across mainstream and SEN schools in Islington and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible opportunities with competitive daily rates.

You could work in mainstream classrooms or provide targeted SEN support, depending on the school and your experience. Great for graduates, aspiring teachers or experienced TAs seeking varied placements.