SEN Teaching Assistant

Description

SEN Teaching Assistant Job - Alternative Provision (Reception to Year 3) - Islington

Salary: £100 - £120 per day | Start date: ASAP | Contract: Long-term

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistant to join an alternative provision attached to a mainstream primary school in Islington. This is a long-term, full-time role starting ASAP, supporting children from Reception to Year 3 who have complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and speech and language difficulties.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and therapists to support pupils' communication, emotional regulation, and learning development. You will provide both 1:1 and small group support in a structured and nurturing environment designed to help every child reach their potential.

About the School

Alternative provision within a mainstream primary school

Supports pupils in Reception to Year 3 with a range of complex needs

Excellent leadership with a strong focus on inclusion and staff wellbeing

Collaborative, specialist SEN team with access to speech and language therapists

Great transport links across North London, including Highbury & Islington, Finsbury Park, and Archway stations

What's on Offer

Competitive daily rate of £100 - £120

Full-time, long-term role starting ASAP

Continuous professional development in SEN, communication, and behaviour support

A chance to make a genuine impact in an inclusive and supportive school setting

Why Long Term Futures?

At Long Term Futures, we specialise in long-term education recruitment. We take pride in connecting skilled and passionate professionals with schools that value their contribution and offer the chance to grow. This role is perfect for someone with experience supporting children with ASD, speech and language needs, or other complex learning profiles.

We welcome applications from candidates with degrees or backgrounds in psychology, speech and language therapy, education, youth work, or mental health, who are passionate about working with children who have additional needs.

Location: Islington, London | Salary: £100 - £120 per day | Start Date: ASAP | Contract: Long-term

Ad ID: 5417263746