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Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?
Are you looking to boost your CV or kick-start your career in teaching?
Academics are a leading London agency looking to hire proactive, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants at an excellent Special Needs School (SEN) in Islington.
- Rate 95-110 per day.
- Borough: Islington.
- Hours: 9:00-15:30, Monday to Friday.
- Class sizes are 8-10 pupils, with a teacher and at least 3 TAs per class.
- Start date: November 2025.
- Duration: Most carry on for the academic year - opportunities for permanent jobs after 6-12 months on supply.
About the School:
- Opportunity to collaborate with Therapy Teams such as Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists to support every day activities and communication
- Opportunities to work in workshops such as Creative Art Clubs, Employability modules, and even an opportunity for extracurricular programs to grow their confidence and support their future.
- Opportunities for activities to support personal development from sporting events to volunteering.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) your responsibilities will include:
- Provide support to learners aged 10-19 years old, within an SEN school.
- Passionate about supporting young people with Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD, SLD).
- Passionate about working with young people with Autism (ASD).
- Work in partnership with, peers, parents, carers, to ensure the best possible platform is given.
- Be able to commit to long term work in Islington.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be committed to striving for the best outcome for the young people you work with.
- Eagerness to work in SEND.
- Passionate about supporting young people with SEND.
- Approachable and have the needed attributes to engage with learners within the SEN school
- If you are interested in career progression, and don't want to miss out on this opportunity starting in the autumn term, Apply Now to make a difference!
