Philosophy Education Ltd
- SEN Teaching Assistant
- Secondary phase
- All-through Academy
- Harrow
- Flexible contract options
We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to join the Secondary Phase of a dynamic and inclusive all-through Academy in Harrow.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting students with a range of Special Educational Needs and behavioural needs, helping them to stay focused in lessons, complete tasks, and manage their emotions positively. You’ll work mainly with Key Stage 3 pupils (ages 11–14), providing one-to-one and small group support that makes a real difference to their learning experience.
You’ll work closely with class teachers and the school’s SENCo and will receive ongoing training and support to help you develop your skills.
The school welcomes applications from individuals with experience supporting young people in educational, youth, or community settings — as well as those who have relevant personal experience.
The School
This unique and exceptional all-through school in Harrow is part of a successful Multi-Academy Trust and is highly regarded by families. Oversubscribed and thriving, it’s led by a dynamic leadership team committed to delivering a broad, forward-thinking curriculum that nurtures ambition, creativity, and a strong sense of community. Staff enjoy a supportive, collaborative environment with excellent opportunities for professional development and enrichment. Conveniently located in Harrow, the school offers great transport links via bus, train, and underground, making it easily accessible from across North and West London.
If you are interested in this opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience in a welcoming, forward-thinking secondary school, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
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