SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Barnsbury

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington is looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored support, enabling pupils to thrive both academically and socially.

The successful candidate will:

Have previous experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school setting
Have experience working with children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or other additional learning needs
Be confident providing both 1:1 and small group support
Have a patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
Be committed to promoting inclusion and helping every child achieve their full potential

The role will involve:

Supporting pupils with additional needs within the classroom and around the school
Delivering targeted interventions and implementing strategies set by the class teacher and SENCO
Encouraging pupils' independence, confidence, and engagement in learning
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour management strategies
Adapting learning resources to meet individual needs
Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals where appropriate

The school offers:

A supportive and experienced SEN team
A welcoming and inclusive school community
Excellent opportunities for training and professional development
Well-resourced classrooms and specialist SEND provision
Friendly and collaborative staff committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child
Excellent transport links across Islington and surrounding areas

Position: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location:

Islington

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Long-Term (with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate)
Salary: £95-£115 per day (dependent on experience)

Interviews and trial days are taking place throughout the summer.

Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity to support children with additional needs and make a lasting impact in a fantastic Islington primary school.

Reeson

Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay