SEN Teaching Assistant – ARP, Primary School, Haringey

SEN Teaching Assistant – ARP, Primary School, Haringey

Location: Haringey, North London
Contract: Long term
Start date: ASAP
Working pattern: Full time
Pay: From £110 per day

About the role

A welcoming primary school in Haringey is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join its Additional Resource Provision (ARP) on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident and proactive SEND practitioner to support a small class of 7 pupils with Autism. You will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide high-quality, individualised care and learning support.

About the ARP

• 7 pupils with Autism.
• Pupils require tailored support with communication, learning and regulation.
• Some pupils require intimate care support.
• A specialist, supportive and well-resourced provision.
• Strong emphasis on structure, routine and individualised support.

Key responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Autism.
• Support pupils to access learning through structured activities and visual strategies.
• Use proactive approaches to support communication, engagement and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence and social interaction skills.
• Support pupils with personal care, including intimate care, in line with school policies and training.
• Assist with toileting, hygiene and daily routines where required.
• Support pupils during transitions, breaktimes and wider school activities.
• Follow individual support plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider staff team.
• Help maintain a calm, safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• Extensive experience supporting children with SEN, particularly Autism.
• Experience working in an ARP, specialist provision or autism-specific setting.
• Confidence supporting pupils with complex communication needs.
• Comfort providing intimate care and personal care support.
• A calm, patient, resilient and proactive approach.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• The ability to follow specialist strategies and routines consistently.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and promoting pupil independence.

What’s on offer

• Long-term opportunity with an ASAP start.
• Experience working within a specialist ARP.
• A supportive school environment and dedicated SEND team.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ learning, communication and independence.

How to apply

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant available for an immediate start, please submit your CV via [email removed]

The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application. 

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