Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant
Inclusive Junior School – Camden, North London
Full-time | Term-time only
Long-term to Permanent
£90–£100 PAYE per day (weekly pay)
January start
A welcoming and inclusive junior school in Camden, North London is seeking an Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs within a mainstream setting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in education while supporting children to thrive both academically and emotionally.
About the School
This is a community-focused junior school with a strong reputation for inclusion, nurture, and high expectations for every child. The school places relationships, consistency, and emotional wellbeing at the heart of its practice.
The school offers:
- A supportive and collaborative staff team
- A strong inclusive SEND ethos within a mainstream environment
- Clear routines and structured support for pupils with additional needs
- Approachable leadership and ongoing professional development
- A calm, respectful learning environment where pupils feel safe and valued
Pupils you will support may have Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, learning difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health needs. Support is thoughtful, child-centred, and focused on building confidence, independence, and access to learning.
The Role
This is an active, classroom-based role where no two days are the same. You will be fully involved in school life and supported to develop your skills.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting pupils with SEND in the classroom
- Providing one-to-one and small group support
- Supporting emotional regulation, focus, and engagement
- Assisting learning across the curriculum
- Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO
- Providing reassurance, structure, and consistency
- Supporting pupils during transitions and unstructured times
This role requires patience, emotional intelligence, and a genuine interest in inclusive education and child development.
Who This Role Is For
This role would suit someone who:
- Is a graduate (any subject) or has personal/lived experience of SEND
- Is calm, reflective, and eager to learn
- Has a positive attitude, reliability, and emotional resilience
- Is interested in education, psychology, SEN, or child development
- Is seeking long-term experience in a school setting
This position is particularly suitable for individuals considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, or specialist SEN support.
Why Apply?
You will gain valuable, hands-on experience in a genuinely inclusive junior school that takes SEND seriously and supports staff development. While the role can be challenging, it is highly rewarding and offers excellent long-term progression.
PAYE only
Long-term SEND roles
Ethical SEND recruitment
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to Perm
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring programme
- Good transport links