KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant - Islington

KS2 SEND Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) - Immediate Start

Location: Islington, North London

Start Date: ASAP

Role Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Long-Term Temporary (with potential to extend)

A warm, inclusive, and creative primary school in Islington is seeking a resilient and nurturing SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with additional needs.
About the Role:You'll be working closely with a bright and imaginative Year 5 student who:

• Is chatty, artistic, and full of personality.
• Experiences high anxiety around peers and unfamiliar people.
• Sometimes finds it difficult to remain in the classroom.
• Needs encouragement and structure to engage in learning.
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• Full-time availability (Monday to Friday).
• Experience supporting children with SEND - PRU experience is a strong advantage.
• A calm, consistent, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with children.
• Confidence in setting and maintaining clear boundaries.
  
  

Support Structure:

You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, working alongside the class teacher, Inclusion HLTA, and SENCO to ensure the pupil receives the care and consistency she needs to thrive.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child's life while being part of a forward-thinking and supportive school community.

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