SEN Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Islington, London |
| Area | North London, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Support Staff |
| Salary | £85 - £115 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | KS/869YUHJ_1760019647 |
| Job Views | 14 |
- Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School - Islington Posted by Veritas Education Location: Islington, North London School Type: Mainstream Primary School Start Date: ASAP or November 2025 Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only Salary: £85-£115 per day (depending on experience)
Are you a nurturing and reliable individual with a passion for supporting children with additional needs? Do you have experience working in a primary school environment, either one-to-one or in small groups?
Veritas Education is currently working with a vibrant and inclusive mainstream primary school in Islington that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide focused support to pupils with special educational needs.
The Role:
- Working closely with children with SEN (including ASD, ADHD, and speech & language needs)
- Providing one-to-one support and facilitating access to the curriculum
- Supporting small group interventions across key learning areas
- Collaborating with class teachers and the SENCO to deliver tailored learning strategies
- Helping to manage behaviour positively and encourage pupil engagement
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting
- Comfortable working across Early Years, KS1 or KS2 (flexibility is a plus)
- Calm, patient, and committed to inclusive education
- Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
- A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) is advantageous but not essential
What the School Offers:
- A warm and welcoming school community
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- A strong commitment to inclusive practice and pupil well-being
- Excellent transport links via Underground and bus routes
How to Apply: If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and have the experience or passion to support children with SEN, please apply with your up-to-date CV and a short cover note. For further details, contact the team at Veritas Education at 02030266150.
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two professional references.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
