Job Description

KS2 SEND Teaching Assistant - Full Academic Year - Islington Primary School
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Contract: Until July 2026
Pay: £95-£102 per day (with a pay rise after 12 weeks)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 3:30pm

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic KS2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September for the full academic year.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with SEND needs, particularly within KS2. The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping children access the curriculum, build confidence, and thrive both academically and socially.

As a KS2 SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support individual and small groups of pupils with SEND needs in KS2

  • Implement EHCP strategies and provide tailored support in and out of the classroom

  • Promote positive behaviour, manage challenges calmly, and encourage pupil independence

  • Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to monitor and report on pupil progress

  • Bring a proactive attitude and contribute positively to school life

The ideal Teaching Assistant will:

  • Have proven experience supporting pupils with SEND, especially within KS2

  • Be confident in managing behaviour and encouraging pupil engagement

  • Show empathy, resilience, and a solution-focused mindset

  • Be committed to making a long-term impact in a SEND support role

If you're a committed KS2 SEND Teaching Assistant with strong behaviour management skills and a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs, we want to hear from you.

This Teaching Assistant role offers:

  • A consistent full-time position from September to July

  • A pay increase after 12 weeks

  • A supportive school environment that values inclusive education

Apply today to become a vital part of a caring team as a KS2 SEND Teaching Assistant, making a real difference in the lives of children every day. Please contact Alex at SANZA Teaching Agency at alex.frost@sanzateaching.com

SANZA Teaching Agency are part of the Abaco Group and sister company to Tradewind Recruitment.