Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Gospel Oak, Camden Borough, London
Pay Rate: £100–£130 per day, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Start Date: Immediate or next academic term

Introduction

A warm and inclusive primary school in Gospel Oak, a vibrant Camden subarea, is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join its supportive SEN team. This is an exciting role for individuals who are passionate about helping children with additional learning, social, emotional, or communication needs thrive both academically and personally.

As an SEN TA, you will provide personalised support to pupils, both in one-to-one settings and small groups, helping them access the curriculum, develop essential life and social skills, and build confidence. This role combines hands-on support with collaboration alongside teachers, the SENCO, and external specialists.

About the School and Gospel Oak Community

The school is located in Gospel Oak, a diverse and community-focused area of Camden, known for its residential streets, local amenities, and strong family networks. The school serves a culturally rich and varied pupil population and prides itself on its inclusive ethos, ensuring all children are valued and supported to reach their potential.

The SEN department is central to the school’s approach, ensuring that pupils with additional needs receive the support they require. Teaching Assistants are integral team members who work closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and specialists to implement individualised plans and monitor progress.

School highlights include:

• A structured, calm, and inclusive learning environment

• Experienced SENCO and dedicated SEN support team

• Close collaboration with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists

• Focus on both academic progress and social-emotional development

• Comprehensive professional development, mentoring, and CPD for staff

The school prioritises staff wellbeing, offering supportive induction and ongoing guidance for all new team members.

Pupil Profiles and SEN Needs

In this role, you will support pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including:

• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs: Pupils may require guidance to regulate emotions, manage behaviour, and develop coping strategies.

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC): Pupils may need support with social communication, transitions, routines, and sensory sensitivities.

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Pupils may need support to maintain focus, follow instructions, and regulate behaviour.

• Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN): Pupils may require interventions to enhance vocabulary, communication strategies, and confidence in social interaction.

• Learning Delays or Developmental Differences: Pupils may need scaffolded support in literacy, numeracy, and core subjects.

• Sensory Processing Needs: Pupils may benefit from classroom adjustments and personalised support to manage sensory sensitivities.

Support will be provided in one-to-one sessions, small group activities, or whole-class interventions, depending on the individual needs of each pupil and the strategies outlined by the SENCO.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities as an SEN TA will include:

• Delivering personalised support to pupils with SEN, ensuring access to lessons and activities

• Supporting pupils to engage in learning and achieve academic and personal goals

• Collaborating with class teachers to adapt teaching methods and resources for individual pupils

• Implementing strategies outlined in EHCPs, individual support plans, and behaviour plans

• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, social skills, and behaviour management

• Assisting with transitions between lessons, playground supervision, and lunchtime support

• Observing, recording, and reporting pupil progress and behaviour

• Providing feedback to teachers, SENCO, and external specialists

• Supporting pupils with personal care where required, maintaining dignity and respect

• Encouraging independence while offering structured guidance

• Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment

This role requires flexibility, patience, and creativity to adapt support strategies for pupils’ varied needs.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking someone who is:

• Patient, empathetic, and emotionally resilient

• Passionate about supporting children with additional learning, social, or emotional needs

• Flexible and able to adapt to changing pupil needs and school routines

• A strong communicator and effective team player

• Committed to fostering inclusion and wellbeing for all pupils

Previous experience in SEN or educational settings is desirable but not essential. Candidates with experience in care work, youth work, mental health support, or behaviour intervention are strongly encouraged to apply.

Skills and Attributes

Essential skills and qualities include:

• Understanding of SEN and inclusive educational practices

• Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent under pressure

• Strong observational, communication, and reporting skills

• Confidence implementing behaviour support and learning strategies

• Willingness to engage in training and professional development

• Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Formal SEN qualifications are not required, as full training and mentoring will be provided.

Training and Career Development

The school provides:

• Ongoing CPD and SEN-focused training

• Safeguarding and behaviour management training

• Mentoring and guidance from experienced SEN staff

• Opportunities for progression to senior SEN TA or specialist support roles

This role is particularly suitable for individuals considering careers in teaching, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, educational psychology, or child mental health services.

Why Work in Gospel Oak, Camden?

Gospel Oak is a friendly and inclusive community with excellent local amenities, green spaces, and strong family networks. Working in this school provides experience with a diverse range of pupils and SEN needs, opportunities to develop professional skills, and the satisfaction of seeing meaningful progress in children’s lives.

The Camden borough also offers excellent access to central London, professional networks, and cultural enrichment opportunities.

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and adherence to safeguarding procedures.

Application Process

If you are compassionate, patient, and dedicated, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs, please apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Gospel Oak, Camden Borough.