At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEN in lessons and help them thrive academically and socially.
- Company: A supportive North London secondary school with a dedicated SEN team.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, competitive pay, CPD opportunities, and a welcoming community.
- Other info: Easy transport links and training provided for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a rewarding environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with secondary age students with SEN and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 28000 £ per year.
Role Overview
SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary (North London)
Location
North London Secondary School
Contract
Full-time, Permanent
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Start
- September 2026
- What you'll be doing
- 1:1 and small group support: Work alongside students in lessons across the curriculum.
- Personalised learning: Help adapt resources and deliver interventions to meet individual EHCP targets.
- Behaviour and emotional support: Be a calm, consistent presence and help students develop social and self-regulation skills.
- Collaboration: Work closely with class teachers, SENCO, and support staff to track progress.
- Enrichment: Support with break times, trips, and extra‑curricular activities.
What we're looking for
- Experience supporting secondary age students with SEN in a school setting.
- Patience, resilience, and a positive, can‑do attitude.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Team player who can also use initiative.
- Team‑Teach or MAPA training is a bonus, but not essential. Training can be provided via The National College.
- What's on offer
- Full‑time hours (8:30am - 4:00pm) term time only.
- Competitive pay in line with London scale.
- CPD and training opportunities.
- Supportive school community with experienced SEN team.
- Easy transport links across North London.
- Contact
- To apply, send your CV to or call us on
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Tradewind are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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We think you need these skills to ace SEN Teaching Assistants - Islington in London
Experience supporting secondary age students with SEN
Patience
Resilience
Positive attitude
Good literacy skills
Good numeracy skills
Teamwork
