Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

£110 - £125 per day Full-Time Long-Term ASAP Start

Long Term Futures are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Reception SEN Teaching Assistant in Islington, North London to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school.

This is a rewarding long-term opportunity to provide 1:1 support for a Reception pupil with complex needs, helping them develop communication, emotional regulation, and engagement with learning in an Early Years setting.

As a Reception SEN Teaching Assistant in Islington, you will work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external professionals to deliver consistent and tailored support.

• Provide 1:1 support for a Reception pupil with complex needs
• Support communication using PECS, Makaton, and visual strategies
• Encourage engagement through play-based and sensory learning activities
• Assist with personal care where required
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers and external professionals

• Inclusive and supportive primary school in Islington
• Strong focus on SEN provision and staff development
• Positive and nurturing learning environment
• Excellent transport links across North London
• Additional staff benefits including free lunch and on-site parking

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have experience supporting children with SEN, particularly complex needs
• Have knowledge of PECS and/or Makaton (highly desirable)
• Are patient, resilient, and nurturing
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Are passionate about Early Years and SEN support

Candidates from backgrounds such as psychology, speech and language, youth work, or mental health are encouraged to apply.

• Competitive daily rate of £110 - £125
• Long-term role with stability and progression opportunities
• Supportive leadership team and SEN training opportunities
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in Early Years SEN
• Work within a well-resourced and inclusive school environment

• Specialists in long-term and permanent education recruitment
• Ongoing career support and guidance
• Access to exclusive roles across primary and SEN settings
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

If you're interested in this Reception SEN Teaching Assistant job in Islington, apply today with your CV.

This Reception SEN Teaching Assistant role in Islington is easily commutable from:Camden, Hackney, Haringey, Barnet, Westminster, Finsbury Park, Holloway, Highbury, and Central London.

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Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.