SEN Teaching Assistant
Teach Now
SEN Teaching Assistant – KS2
Haringey, North London
£90 – £100 per day
Full-Time | Temporary | Immediate Start Available
A vibrant and welcoming primary school in Haringey is seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Upper Key Stage 2.
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a warm and supportive school community that prides itself on creating an engaging and immersive learning environment for children aged 7–11.
The role will involve supporting Year 5 and Year 6 classes, with a particular focus on building positive relationships and providing tailored support for pupils with additional needs.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide whole-class support across Year 5 and Year 6
• Support pupils with ASD, social and emotional needs, and behavioural challenges
• Help pupils access learning through scaffolding, learning breaks and targeted interventions
• Build strong and trusting relationships with key pupils
• Support pupils with transition preparation moving into Year 7
• Assist with creative activities including the Year 6 production, music, drama and prop-making
The school is looking for someone calm, patient and nurturing, who can create a positive and supportive environment for pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Have experience supporting children with SEN, particularly ASD and SEMH needs
• Be calm, resilient and able to build strong relationships over time
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be proactive, adaptable and supportive within the classroom
• Have a genuine passion for supporting childrens development and wellbeing
Why Apply?
• Warm, friendly and highly supportive staff team
• Vibrant and inclusive school environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils confidence and progress
• Creative and engaging school culture
• Excellent experience for those considering a future in education or SEN support
This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and committed Teaching Assistant looking to work within a positive and rewarding primary school environment.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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