SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Islington
Job Type: Part Time
Industry: SEN
Reference: 311020900
Salary: £95 - 100 per day
Job Published: about 1 hour ago

Autism Resource Provision (ARP) Teaching Assistant

Full-time, Islington
Primary School ARP

Looking for a SEND role where you’re part of the wider school, but still making a big difference every day? This could be your one.

We’re supporting a friendly primary school in Islington with a well-established Autism Resource Provision. They’re on the lookout for a full-time ARP Teaching Assistant who understands that structure, patience and relationships are everything.

You’ll be working with pupils with autism who split their time between the ARP and mainstream classrooms, so flexibility, confidence and a calm head go a long way here.

What your days will look like:

  • Supporting pupils with autism within the ARP and mainstream classes

  • Helping children regulate emotions and access learning confidently

  • Using visual timetables, routines and clear expectations

  • Working closely with teachers, SENCO and specialist staff

  • Encouraging independence, progress and plenty of small wins

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience supporting children with ASC or SEND, school-based ideally

  • A calm, patient and proactive approach

  • Confidence supporting behaviour and emotional regulation

  • Someone reliable who’s keen on a full-time, long-term role

  • Thrive training is a real plus, and if you’re not trained yet, we’ll get you booked onto our free Thrive course

Why this school?

  • Inclusive, community-focused primary school

  • A well-run ARP with clear routines and strong leadership

  • Supportive staff who value their Teaching Assistants

  • A role where you’re known, trusted and genuinely appreciated

What you’ll get with Protocol Education:

  • Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies

  • A dedicated SEND consultant who’s got your back

  • FREE access to our CPD Academy, including Thrive training

  • Ongoing support and opportunities to grow your SEND experience

If you love SEND support but want the buzz of a mainstream school too, this is a brilliant balance.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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