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Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 4 hours ago

Salary: £ 105 - 120 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Islington

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Teaching Assistant – 1:1 SEN Primary School
Location: Islington & Surrounding Areas

About the Role
Destination Education is currently working with a number of welcoming and supportive mainstream primary schools in Islington and the surrounding areas, and we are expecting a range of exciting Teaching Assistant opportunities.

We are particularly interested in hearing from Teaching Assistants looking for a full-time position, including those with experience supporting pupils on a 1:1 SEN basis. We are also open to speaking with part-time Teaching Assistants who are interested in supply work and would like the flexibility to work across different schools and settings.

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs within a mainstream primary school. You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to help the pupil access the curriculum, build confidence, develop independence, and feel fully included within the classroom.

For those interested in supply, this can be a great way to gain experience across different schools, build your confidence, and potentially find a school that could lead to a longer-term or permanent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs.
Help pupils access the curriculum and participate fully in classroom activities.
Support academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
Adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs.
Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
Build a strong and trusting relationship with the pupil.
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and wider support team.
Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.The Ideal Candidate

Experience working with children, particularly within a primary school setting, is desirable.
Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN is advantageous.
Experience providing 1:1 support would be beneficial.
A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic about working in education.
Open to either full-time work or part-time supply opportunities.What Destination Education Offers

A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your experience and what you're looking for.
Access to a wide range of mainstream primary schools in Islington and surrounding areas.
Full-time, part-time, long-term, and supply opportunities.
1:1 SEN and wider Teaching Assistant positions.
Opportunities for supply work to lead into longer-term or permanent positions.
Early access to upcoming school vacancies.
Consistent support throughout the recruitment process.Interested?
If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time position, or a part-time TA interested in supply work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact Jesse at Destination Education to register your interest and discuss the opportunities we have coming up

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