SEN Teaching Assistant – Haringey, North London

Location: Haringey North London
Contract Type: Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm / Daily Supply
Pay: 90110 per day (dependent on experience)
Employer: Leading Education Recruitment Agency

A Leading Education Recruitment Agency is currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary secondary and specialist SEN schools in Haringey. These roles are ideal for individuals with a strong interest in SEMH Autism and behaviour support who are looking for consistent and rewarding work within education.

Role Overview

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Haringey you will support pupils who may experience barriers to learning due to emotional behavioural or developmental needs. Many pupils require consistent adult support clear boundaries and a nurturing approach to help them regulate emotions and engage positively with school life.

You will work closely with teachers SENCOs pastoral leads and external professionals to implement support strategies and behaviour plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support

• Support pupils with SEMH Autism ADHD and learning needs

• Assist with behaviour regulation and de-escalation strategies

• Encourage positive engagement with learning activities

• Support social skills and emotional development

• Supervise pupils during transitions and unstructured times

• Maintain safeguarding and behaviour records

• Work collaboratively with school staff and families

Working Environment

Schools in Haringey serve diverse communities and often support pupils with complex needs. SEN Teaching Assistants are valued members of staff and are provided with guidance structure and clear expectations. Many schools offer long-term placements with the potential to move into permanent roles.

Candidate Profile

• Previous SEN or behaviour support experience preferred

• Confident managing challenging behaviour

• Calm empathetic and consistent approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Reliable and committed

Benefits of Working With Us

• Long-term placements available

• Competitive rates of pay

• SEN training and CPD opportunities

• Dedicated SEN consultants

• Clear progression routes

This role is particularly suitable for individuals considering careers in teaching psychology youth work or therapeutic professions.