Diabetes Teaching Assistant

Diabetes 121 Nursery SEN Teaching Assistant

Camden
Full-time, Term-time only
ASAP Start

A vibrant and inclusive primary school in Enfield is seeking a confident and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their

KS2 team, providing 1:1 support for a young child with Type 1 Diabetes In YR5

The Role
You will be working closely with a child YR5, providing consistent 1:1 support with their medical needs, including monitoring blood glucose levels and supporting insulin administration. You will also help the child participate fully in daily activities and routines, ensuring they are safe, engaged, and happy in the nursery environment.

In addition to 1:1 support, you will be an integral part of the YR5 Team, contributing to the daily running of the class and supporting other pupils as needed. Strong behaviour management is essential for this role, as well as a calm, proactive and reassuring approach to working with young children.

Requirements
We are looking for a candidate who has:

• Experience working in a primary school or care setting
• Strong behaviour management skills and confidence working in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Medical confidence – you do not need specific diabetes training, but you must be comfortable with learning and implementing medical care plans
• A calm, nurturing and reliable attitude

Desirable (but not essential):

• Previous experience supporting children with Type 1 Diabetes
• First aid or medical training

About the School
This three-form entry school in the heart of Enfield has a strong reputation for inclusivity, high expectations and community spirit. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, it provides a supportive and welcoming environment for both pupils and staff. The school is easily accessible by public transport.

How to Apply
To apply for this position, please send your most recent CV, clearly outlining your relevant experience.

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.