Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a secondary school in the London Borough of Islington, starting in September. The ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, and be confident providing tailored support to students with additional needs.

CONTRACT DETAILS
Location: London Borough of Islington
Position: Teaching Assistant
Start date: September 2026
Duration / Likely Duration: Until the end of the academic year
Contract type: Temporary
Full time/part time: Full time
Minimum rate of pay: Competitive, depending on experience
Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is essential
- Experience supporting students with additional learning needs in a school or educational setting
- A genuine interest in supporting students with their learning, development and wellbeing
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Up-to-date safeguarding training issued within the last year (or willing to complete)

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)
- Provide two professional references covering the last 24 months of employment (August 2024 - present)

OTHER INFORMATION
To be considered for this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to registration, safeguarding and vetting checks.

WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU
- Free accredited CPD, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
- Access to our Training and Development Team
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Competitive rates of pay
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles