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Teaching Assistant - Islington
Start Date: ASAP - July 2026
Hours: Full-time, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Location: Accessible by bus or tube

About the Role
Tradewind is partnering with a welcoming Islington primary school with an excellent SEN provision. We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex ASD. This is a long-term, rewarding role working with children on a personalised curriculum.

Key Responsibilities - SEN Teaching Assistant:

Support KS1/ KS2 pupils with ASD in class and small group settings

Deliver personalised curriculum activities, including art, sensory play, singing, and motor skills development

Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team

Encourage pupil engagement, communication, and independence

Implement structured interventions

Experience with PECS and Attention Autism is desirable

Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will be:

Nurturing, calm, and caring

Skilled in behaviour management

Patient, resilient, and able to follow routines

Passionate, committed, and reliable

A strong communicator with good oracy skills

Excellent at time-keeping

Available full-time with no pre-booked holidays during term time

Compliance Requirements:

Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Right to work in the UK

Two professional references covering the last two years

Full employment history with explanations for any gaps

Proof of address

Overseas police checks if applicable

How to Apply:
To register your interest, please email your CV to or call (phone number removed) (option 4)