New Job: SEN Teaching Assistant in Haringey, London

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Haringey – September 2026

This inclusive, well-regarded secondary school in the London Borough of Haringey is rated Good by Ofsted and is recognised for its strong SEND provision, warm pastoral culture, and genuine belief that every pupil deserves full access to an ambitious education. Every SEN Teaching Assistant who joins is treated as an essential and valued member of a close-knit, purpose-driven support team.

SEN Teaching Assistant - What the School Offers

• Specialist CPD in SEN support strategies including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH approaches


• A well-established SENDCO team with clear support structures for every SEN Teaching Assistant


• A structured induction with ongoing mentoring from experienced SEN practitioners


• A collaborative, caring staff culture where support staff contributions are genuinely celebrated


• Potential for extended contracts or teacher training pathways for high-performing staff

SEN Teaching Assistant - What the Role Involves

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs across KS3 and KS4


• Implementing strategies outlined in pupils' Education, Health and Care Plans under SENDCO guidance


• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum confidently and engage positively with school life


• Maintaining accurate records of pupil progress and feeding back to teachers and the SENDCO regularly


• Building consistent, trusted relationships with pupils and families throughout the year

SEN Teaching Assistant - What the School is Looking For

The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university. Previous experience supporting young people with SEN in a UK school or educational setting is highly valued. The school is seeking a patient, compassionate, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to making a difference.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Salary and Contract Info

• £444 per week, pro rata to term time only


• Full-time, long-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027


• Term-time only


• Potential for extended contracts or teacher training pathways following a successful placement

If you are a compassionate and dedicated graduate looking to make a genuine difference to young people with additional needs in a supportive Haringey school, this SEN Teaching Assistant role is a wonderfully rewarding opportunity.

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SEN Teaching Assistant | September 2026 | INDSUP