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Teaching Assistant
Islington, EC1V (commutable from Angel, Finsbury Park, Highbury, Holloway, Camden)
105-115 per day
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term (Full Academic Year)
Long Term Futures is recruiting a confident, resilient, and nurturing Teaching Assistant to support pupils within an Alternative Provision (AP) attached to a mainstream primary school in Islington. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about helping children who need a highly relational, structured, and personalised approach to their learning.
The Alternative Provision caters for pupils who struggle to access a full classroom environment, often due to SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, emotional regulation difficulties, or barriers linked to trauma or unmet needs. Your presence will play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn.
About the Role
- Working closely with the AP Lead, SENCo, and specialist staff, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups within the alternative provision space.
- Using trauma-informed, relational approaches to build trust and support emotional regulation.
- Helping pupils access learning tasks tailored to their developmental and academic needs.
- Supporting behaviour through calm de-escalation, consistency, clear boundaries, and positive reinforcement.
- Assisting with transitions between AP, mainstream classes, and outdoor spaces.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals to ensure a cohesive support plan.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experience supporting children with SEMH, challenging behaviour, trauma, or alternative provision settings.
- Strong behaviour management with a calm, grounded approach.
- Able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may be reluctant or anxious.
- Resilient, empathetic, and able to remain consistent under pressure.
- Passionate about inclusion and helping pupils regain confidence in their learning.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term stability within a supportive and forward-thinking school.
- Weekly pay through our easy digital system.
- Free CPD, including SEMH, trauma-informed practice, and de-escalation strategies.
- Dedicated consultant offering tailored guidance and ongoing support.
Next Steps
If you're ready to take on a meaningful role supporting children in an alternative provision setting, apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures. An enhanced DBS and two references will be required.
