SEN Teaching Assistant

Enfield Full-Time 24000 - 36000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

A welcoming and high-achieving primary academy in Enfield is looking for a confident SEN Teaching Assistant to join their school to support a child with complex needs on a 1 to 1 basis.

The Role

In this role, you will be supporting a pupil in year 1 with Special Educational Needs. The child has autism and will need support with their behaviour as well as academic activities in the classroom. The child can display challenging behaviour and regularly runs out of class. You must be fit and able to support the child when they run out of class. You will need to be confident to de-escalate situations and remove the child in order to calm down situations.

The School

This 3-form entry primary school is part of a larger all-through academy based in Enfield. The primary school is a popular choice for families in the local community. The school employs a curriculum that enables all to make rapid academic progress across a range of subject areas with an emphasis on reading, writing, and numeracy. Behaviour at the school is very good, and there are high expectations of pupils and staff alike. The school works closely with the attached secondary school, and there is a supportive and established leadership team in place. As a large school within an academy, there is good access to professional development opportunities and training.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

SEN Teaching Assistant employer: Philosophy Education

Enfield Primary Academy is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for SEN Teaching Assistants. With a strong emphasis on professional development and access to specialist resources, staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying a collaborative culture that prioritises high expectations and academic excellence. Located in a vibrant community, this role provides the opportunity to grow alongside experienced colleagues in a well-resourced setting dedicated to nurturing every child's potential.